Patents by Inventor Alan Postill

Alan Postill has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5149916
    Abstract: The rubber sealing cap of a mineral insulated cable termination has embedded in the circumferential wall of the cap effecting a circumferentially continuous, fluid-tight fit around the cut-back sheath of the cable, a resilient metal sleeve which protrudes from the end face of the tube and which has at its free end an inwardly extending flange which mechanically engages with the cable sheath and which is so inclined with respect to the cable sheath as to restrain the cap against removal from the cable. The protruding flange preferably has at its free end a plurality of circumferentially spaced teeth which engage with the cable sheath.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Assignee: Bicc plc
    Inventors: Harry Baker, Alan Postill
  • Patent number: PP35605
    Abstract: A new and distinct Philadelphus cultivar named ‘P1’ is disclosed, characterized by a compact habit, and large, white and pink flowers with a strong, pleasant scent. The new variety is a Philadelphus, normally used for outdoor ornamental purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Inventor: Alan Postill
  • Patent number: PP35635
    Abstract: A new and distinct Philadelphus cultivar named ‘W1’ is disclosed, characterized by a compact habit, and large, clear white flowers with a strong, sweet scent. The new variety is a Philadelphus, normally used for outdoor ornamental purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Inventor: Alan Postill
  • Patent number: PP36843
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mahonia plant named ‘HILLMAH’ is disclosed, characterized by large, early-blooming yellow flower spikes, followed by blue-black berries. Eye-catching architectural foliage is deep red in spring and summer, turning dark green in summer and autumn. The new variety is a Mahonia, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2025
    Assignee: Hillier Nurseries LTD
    Inventor: Alan Postill