Patents Examined by Michael Safavi
  • Patent number: 11583103
    Abstract: A novel and improved device to assuage distressed infants by means of adjustable vertical motion combined with adjustable orientation. The motion is adjustable in terms of amplitude, frequency and time. The device allows the infants to be held face-inward or face-outward in the case of vertical orientation and prone or supine in the case of horizontal orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Inventor: Richard Shane
  • Patent number: 11585103
    Abstract: A ceiling formwork system having a formwork panel which may be placed on at least one vertical support via a mounting head. The mounting head has an anchoring cross-member which in the mounted state on the vertical support is oriented transverse thereto, the length of the anchoring cross-member corresponding to at least one side length of the ceiling formwork panel to be supported, whereby the anchoring cross-member is respectively affixable at its ends to lateral edges of the ceiling formwork panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventors: Thomas Raudies, Wilfried Haeberle, Stefanie Dietrich, Gisbert Eppelt
  • Patent number: 11585106
    Abstract: A side protector for ceiling formwork. The ceiling formwork comprises at least one formwork element having a frame. The side protector has a railing. Furthermore, the side protector has a pivoting frame. The railing is connected to the pivoting frame. The pivoting frame can be connected indirectly or directly to the frame from the bottom side of the ceiling formwork. The pivoting frame can be pivoted from an installation position into an end position about an axis of rotation (A) in such a way that the ceiling formwork is laterally secured by the railing. Furthermore, a ceiling formwork system, having at least one corresponding side protector and ceiling formwork, is specified. In addition, a method for erecting such a side protector is specified.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventors: Werner Schneider, Gisbert Eppelt
  • Patent number: 11585104
    Abstract: A formwork support for supporting concrete formworks in the construction sector, comprising an upper flange and a lower flange, which are connected to one another via a hollow profile web such that they are at an invariant distance in relation to one another, wherein the hollow profile web is stiffened inside by framework struts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventor: Erzad Mikic
  • Patent number: 11585105
    Abstract: A joist for a formwork grid construction component system is disclosed. Typical joists (sometimes referred to as secondary beams) span a distance of approximately six feet (when fully connected). By strengthening the joist using an altered profile while maintaining interoperable external dimensions, the span distance may be increased. That is, by forming the joists with the disclosed profile, joists can be made longer (e.g., have an eight foot connected span) and maintain appropriate strength or even have an increased weight tolerance. Formwork grid systems are used in construction of buildings and other structures. Interoperability with existing components is maintained by the disclosed joist profile adhering to the same external functional form factor as existing joists. The external form factor being the same allows joists constructed in accordance with this disclosure to properly function with existing formwork grid construction components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: BOND FORMWORK SYSTEMS, LLC
    Inventor: Bradley D. A. Bond
  • Patent number: 11585086
    Abstract: A concrete block system is provided and allows for the use of a single type of non-integral connector to perform different functions in a mortarless structure, the system comprising a plurality of structural concrete blocks and a plurality of veneer units. The same connector can be used to connect veneer units to structural blocks, to retain the veneer units in different orientations; to create near vertical installations or a setback between stacked rows of structural blocks. In addition, the system provides a single structural block, which can be used for both straight portions or corners of a same structure. The structural block can also be used to create double-sided walls, with opposite lateral walls being configured to received/retain veneer units thereon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: Oldcastle Building Products Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Marc-André Lacas, Joël Rémillard, Bertin Castonguay, Robert Declos
  • Patent number: 11571834
    Abstract: A configurable steel form system for creating precast concrete panels is disclosed. The configurable steel form system can be used to create precast panels for both commercial tilt panels and highway noise barrier walls, among other applications. A plurality of steel form system sections are preferably fabricated from steel plate bent into a J-channel member. The configurable steel form system can be designed in sections that are quickly assembled. To suit a particular application, a section can be extended by sequentially attaching extension members to a primary member. A quick-release mechanism can be implemented for ease and speed of connection. Each section can have the panel depth and contour fabricated into the steel form profile. Anchoring holes and corner miters can also be cut into the form's framework.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2023
    Inventor: Jonathan White
  • Patent number: 11572701
    Abstract: A tie rod suitable for use with known concrete forming systems is constructed from a non-metal fiber, such as fiberglass, that is wound about a pair of opposed thimble elements. The resultant tie rod is as strong as a metal tie rod without the drawbacks of conventional metal tie rods. Each of the thimble elements has a main body having a channel formed in an outer surface of the main body, and the fiberglass fiber is disposed within the channel when wound thereabout.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2023
    Assignee: Titcomb Brothers Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul S. Titcomb, Ted Titcomb
  • Patent number: 11566424
    Abstract: Stay-in-place forms and methods and equipment for installing thereof. A concrete form includes a vertical component and a horizontal component, the vertical component located substantially perpendicular to the horizontal component. Also, the form includes an interior surface, at least a portion of the interior surface providing a form for supporting uncured concrete; wherein the uncured concrete forms a concrete structural portion upon curing of the uncured concrete; and wherein the interior surface remains attached to the concrete structural portion after curing. The form may include inserts and compatible form attachments. Also, forms including recesses may be utilized to reduce the weight thereof. Lifting equipment and accessories may be utilized to lift the form from a form holder and set same in place. Forms contain the work area as soon as it is installed to minimize fall hazards and the time, costs, and downtime associated with installation of safety measures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2023
    Assignee: Precasteel, LLC
    Inventors: Gary Michael Dinmore, John Stanley Deerkoski
  • Patent number: 11560725
    Abstract: In summary the invention described herein is broadly directed to a module for forming a reinforced concrete structure comprising (a) a formwork member that defines a cavity, (b) a reinforcement structure in the cavity, and (c) at least one formwork brace interconnecting the formwork member and the reinforcement structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: InQuik IP Holdings Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Nicholas Bruce Mullaney, Logan Peter Mullaney
  • Patent number: 11559146
    Abstract: A foldable playard includes a frame defining an interior space when unfolded and soft goods partially disposed within the interior space to define a partially enclosed space for a child to play and/or sleep. The frame includes multiple leg support assemblies and multiple X-frame assemblies that couple adjacent leg support assemblies together. The X-frame assembly is positioned near the top of the frame when the playard is unfolded such that the X-frame assembly functions as a top rail to mechanically reinforce the playard. In this manner, the playard does not include a separate compliant or rigid top rail or a bottom support structure, thus reducing the number of parts for manufacture. Additionally, the playard includes a single latch mechanism to maintain the playard in the unfolded configuration. The playard may also include an optional canopy cover assembly mounted to the frame to provide shade for the child.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: WONDERLAND SWITZERLAND AG
    Inventor: Jonathan M. Pacella
  • Patent number: 11559151
    Abstract: A washable pillow comprising of a molded foam core with antimicrobial resistance encased in a washable netting and a sleeve. The pillow may be washed and dried using conventional household methods without significant damage or loss of mechanical properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: TEMPUR WORLD, LLC
    Inventors: Sarah Russell, Stephen Wallace, Simon Simonsen, Anthony G. Turoso
  • Patent number: 11555315
    Abstract: A tooling for manufacturing a wall with two concrete walls, between which at least one insulation panel is trapped includes at least one system for positioning the insulation panel composed, on one hand of a dagger having a rod provided with a bearing stop and, on the other hand, of a lock provided with a counter-stop. The lock has at least two notches for receiving a first reinforcement, arranged locally on the circumference of the positioning system, extending set back from a first end of the rod, delimited on either side by retaining stops spaced apart so as to maintain in position the first reinforcement, and defines a housing with a profile converging in the opposite direction to their opening, and arranged according to the length of the positioning system to be able to adjust the position of the first reinforcement according to the length of the positioning system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2023
    Assignee: G.B.E.
    Inventor: Gilles C. Beaumont
  • Patent number: 11549272
    Abstract: A slip form assembly includes a lifting pole extending in a longitudinal direction and an inner form slidably coupled to the lifting pole and extending in a lengthwise direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction between a first end and a second end. The first end is configured for end-to-end contact with an adjacent end of an adjacent inner form. An outer form is slidably coupled to the lifting pole opposite the inner form and defines a cavity for casting a portion of a wall therebetween. The outer form extends parallel to the inner form between a first end and a second end. The first end of the outer form is configured for end-to-end contact with an adjacent end of an adjacent outer form. The inner form and outer form are moveable along the lifting pole longitudinally relative to the respective ends of the adjacent inner form and outer form.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: KLAUS AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventor: Harold Paul Klaus
  • Patent number: 11536041
    Abstract: A corner shuttering element with two limbs arranged at an angle to each other, on the outer edge of which limbs, edge strips are arranged that can be retracted and extended by means of articulated levers, wherein the edge strips can each be aligned and fixed in their position by means of a plurality of locking elements arranged distributed over the height of the corner shuttering element, and wherein the locking elements are arranged on guides for pull-out webs of the edge strips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2022
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventor: Bernd Renz
  • Patent number: 11536040
    Abstract: The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a first removable concrete form having a concrete forming face and a first insulating panel insert having a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the second primary surface of the first insulating panel insert contacts the concrete forming face of the first removable concrete form. The product also comprises an elongate anchor member having an enlarged portion and an elongate portion, the elongate portion having a first end and an opposite second end, wherein the enlarged portion is disposed adjacent the first end and contacts the second primary surface of the first insulating panel insert and wherein the elongate portion extends through the first insulating panel insert and extends outwardly from the first primary surface of the first insulating panel insert. A method of using a removable insulated concrete form system is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2022
    Inventor: Romeo Ilarian Ciuperca
  • Patent number: 11523698
    Abstract: A cup stacking and holding assembly is disclosed with methods of application in standard use and with internal electronics for visual displays. The cup holder assembly may be manufactured in various configurations, all providing a cup rack for convenient and stable stacking of disposable cups. The cup rack may comprise a base providing a surface for abutting support for a cup retainer plate and a plurality of mounting cups; the cup retainer plate coupled to the base; the plurality of mounting cups integrally molded to the cup retainer plate; the cup retainer plate moveable from a first closed position parallel and proximal to the surface for abutting support to a second open position; a back panel extending from the base, the back panel substantially perpendicular relative to the surface for abutting support, and an electronic display installed in the back panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2022
    Inventor: Desmond Hawley
  • Patent number: 11519188
    Abstract: A holder for holding an object on a formwork panel, in particular for holding a railing component on a ceiling formwork panel, wherein the holder is configured for being affixed to the formwork panel, and the formwork panel has two longitudinal edge supports and two transverse edge supports, wherein the holder has a first arm that is configured for engaging with a longitudinal edge support of the formwork panel and a second arm that extends transverse to the first arm, forms an angle space together with the first arm, and is configured for engaging with a transverse edge support, wherein the first arm has a first projection for being introduced into an opening of the longitudinal edge support on its side facing the angle space, and the second arm has a second projection for being introduced into an opening of the transverse edge support on its side facing the angle space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2022
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventors: Wilfried Haeberle, Thomas Raudies
  • Patent number: 11519187
    Abstract: A support structure for a formwork panel having a support structure and a formwork skin positioned on the front of the support structure and attached to the support structure, wherein the support structure has at least one edge girder on a pair of opposite edges and a plurality of transverse girders between these two edge girders which run transversely to these two edge girders, characterized in that at least some of the transverse girders are designed as a profile girder, comprising a flange at its first end arranged at the front of the support structure, a tubular hollow section at its second end away from the front of the support structure, and between them a preferably wall-like member connecting the first end and the second end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2022
    Assignee: PERI AG
    Inventor: Wilfried Haeberle
  • Patent number: 11519186
    Abstract: A support structure for a frame formwork panel including a support structure and a formwork skin connected to the support structure, the support structure having two longitudinal edge girders and two transverse edge girders, wherein a corner connecting piece which is welded to the two respective edge girders is provided in at least some of the corner regions of the support structure where a longitudinal edge girder and a transverse edge girder come together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2022
    Assignee: PERI SE
    Inventors: Wilfried Haeberle, Alexander Hieber, Stig Kirchhoff