Patents by Inventor Allan A. Whillock
Allan A. Whillock 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).
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Patent number: 6257321Abstract: A chill roll for cooling a web is provided and includes a cylindrical outer roll having an inner and an outer surface, the inner surface of the outer roll having circumferential projections spaced at intervals along its length forming circumferential channels therebetween. The chill roll further has a cylindrical inner roll having an inner and an outer surface, and a diameter less than a diameter of the outer cylindrical roll and defining an annular space between the outer surface of the cylindrical inner roll and the inner surface of the cylindrical outer roll, allowing a coolant material to flow into and out of the circumferential channels and to contact the inner surface of the cylindrical outer roll to uniformly cool the outer surface of the cylindrical outer roll.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 1999Date of Patent: July 10, 2001Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Carter H. Watson, Allan A. Whillock, Charles E. Gibbons
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Patent number: 5983993Abstract: A chill roll for cooling a web is provided and includes a cylindrical outer roll having an inner and an outer surface, the inner surface of the outer roll having circumferential projections spaced at intervals along its length forming circumferential channels therebetween. The chill roll further has a cylindrical inner roll having an inner and an outer surface, and a diameter less than a diameter of the outer cylindrical roll and defining an annular space between the outer surface of the cylindrical inner roll and the inner surface of the cylindrical outer roll, allowing a coolant material to flow into and out of the circumferential channels and to contact the inner surface of the cylindrical outer roll to uniformly cool the outer surface of the cylindrical outer roll.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 1996Date of Patent: November 16, 1999Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Carter H. Watson, Allan A. Whillock, Charles E. Gibbons
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Patent number: 5712006Abstract: A non-foil composite structure is provided having a substantial barrier to the loss of moisture, oxygen, and organic vapor and which is easily sealable with a shelf-life to at least one year for food and non-food products during dry shelf storage, and which is environmentally friendly. The laminate may have, from the outer atmosphere exposed surface to the inner surface contacting the contents of the container; a first exterior layer of a low density polyethylene polymer; a paperboard substrate; a first interior layer laminate coating of nylon with a tie layer; a second interior layer of low density polyethylene polymer; a third interior layer of high density polyethylene polymer; and an innermost and product contacting layer of low density polyethylene polymer.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 1995Date of Patent: January 27, 1998Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: G. A. Marano, Allan A. Whillock, Charles E. Gibbons
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Patent number: 5225256Abstract: A multilayer non-foil barrier bag or liner constructed to house hazardous chemicals such as pesticides and herbicides. The unique bags or liners maintain the efficacy of the active ingredient of the herbicide or pesticide over extended periods of time.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 1991Date of Patent: July 6, 1993Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Gerald A. Marano, Charles E. Gibbons, Richard J. Nadaskay, James M. Kittrell, Dawson G. Wilkerson, Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: 5196269Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel coextrusion coating for paper or paperboard substrates. The coextrusion includes a nonpolar polymer layer and a thin exterior skin layer made up of a nonpolar polymer and a polar copolymer. The addition of the polar polymer improves long term treatment level retention which improves long term wettability for printing and gluing adhesion during package or carton formation.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 1991Date of Patent: March 23, 1993Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: James M. Kittrell, Charles F. Gibbons, Allan A. Whillock, Joe L. Kinsey, Jr., Cynthia L. Tanner
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Patent number: 4988546Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel combination of materials to overcome polymer odor-emission problems that detract from the packaged product. The novel material structure includes a polymer flavor/fragrance concentrate which imparts an enhanced fragrance to the product when the container is opened, increasing consumer appeal.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 1988Date of Patent: January 29, 1991Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Cynthia L. Tanner, Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: 4983431Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of a high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 1989Date of Patent: January 8, 1991Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4981739Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 1989Date of Patent: January 1, 1991Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4948640Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved composite barrier laminate for an improved container for citrus juices and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and the prevention of losses of vitamin C. The laminate makes use of an inner barrier layer of a heat-sealable oxygen and flavor oil barrier material to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate as well as an extremely thin low density polyethylene food contact layer to provide a resultant secure homogenous non-polar heat seal.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 1988Date of Patent: August 14, 1990Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Robert L. Lanham, Joe L. Kinsey, Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: 4940612Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1988Date of Patent: July 10, 1990Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4929476Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 1989Date of Patent: May 29, 1990Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4921733Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1988Date of Patent: May 1, 1990Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4888222Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1988Date of Patent: December 19, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4880701Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distribution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1988Date of Patent: November 14, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Method of making a laminate using heat sealable barrier material for improved juice packaging (Evoh)
Patent number: 4861526Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for citrus juice and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and the prevention of losses of Vitamin C. Also disclosed is a process of making the laminate. The laminate makes use of a layer of a heat-sealable ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 1987Date of Patent: August 29, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Allan A. Whillock -
Patent number: 4859513Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel paperboard barrier laminate structure which maintains an isolated gas environment in the container. The laminate makes use of high strength, heat-resistant and caulking polymer layers which prevent pinholes, cuts, or cracking of the barrier layers during blank conversion, package formation, and package distrubution. In addition, the novel polymer resin layers act to caulk the seams and channels present in the carton providing a sealed leak free container.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 1988Date of Patent: August 22, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Gerald A. Marano, James M. Kittrell, Allan A. Whillock, Robert L. Lanham, Donald Evans
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Patent number: 4806399Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for citrus juices and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and flavors. Also disclosed is a process of making the laminate. The laminate makes use of a layer of a heat-sealable polycarbonate polymer food contact layer to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 1987Date of Patent: February 21, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Joe L. Kinsey, Jr., Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: 4802943Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-foil composite barrier for an improved container for citrus juices and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and the prevention of losses of vitamin C. Also disclosed is a process of making the laminate. The laminate makes use of an inner barrier layer of a heat-sealable ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 1988Date of Patent: February 7, 1989Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Cynthia L. Tanner, Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: 4789575Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-foil composite barrier for an improved container for citrus juices and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and the prevention of losses of vitamin C. Also disclosed is a process of making the laminate. The laminate makes use of an inner barrier layer of a heat-sealable ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 1987Date of Patent: December 6, 1988Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Cynthia L. Tanner, Allan A. Whillock
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Patent number: RE33376Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-foil composite barrier .Iadd.structure .Iaddend.for an improved container for citrus juices and other liquids. The container utilizes a paperboard barrier laminate for the containment of essential oils and the prevention of losses of vitamin C. Also disclosed is a process of making the laminate. The laminate makes use of .[.an inner.]. .Iadd.a buried .Iaddend.barrier layer of a heat-sealable ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer to enhance the barrier properties of the laminate.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 1989Date of Patent: October 9, 1990Assignee: International Paper CompanyInventors: Charles E. Gibbons, Cynthia L. Tanner, Allan A. Whillock