Patents by Inventor Andrew Max
Andrew Max 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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Publication number: 20220104571Abstract: A low profile closure may comprise a receiver coupled to a first portion of a waistband of an article of clothing, the receiver comprising a flexible main body defining a plurality of loops, each loop defining an entry point facing a direction orthogonal to a circumference of the waistband and a hook device coupled to a second portion of the waistband, the hook device comprising a main body and a hook element extending from the main body, wherein the hook element defines a space between the main body and the hook element and is configured to be selectively inserted into one or more of the plurality of loops in a direction orthogonal to a circumference of the waistband to adjust a circumference of the waistband and to couple the first portion of the waistband to the second portion of the waistband.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2021Publication date: April 7, 2022Inventors: Andrew Max Vorlop, Colin Carroll O'Connor, Brice Matthew Oakden
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Publication number: 20210303725Abstract: Apparatus and methods related to de-identifying data are provided. An example method includes receiving, by a computing device, input data comprising text. The method further includes applying a neural network to a tokenized representation of the input text, to generate an embedding based on contextual information associated with an entity. The method also includes predicting, by the neural network and based on the embedding, whether the input data comprises protected data in the text, wherein the neural network has been trained on a training dataset that has been partially customized based on the entity. The method further includes de-identifying the protected data in the text upon a determination that the input data comprises protected data in the text.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2021Publication date: September 30, 2021Inventors: Tzvika Hartman, ltay Laish, Jiyang Chen, Kaveh Ketabchi, Gavin Bee, Rohit Talreja, Yossi Matias, Andrew Max
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Patent number: 11130105Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a solution from a solid product in contact with a liquid is provided. A solid product is housed within a dispenser. A liquid is introduced into contact with the solid product. The solution formed between the solid product and the liquid is collected, and a makeup liquid can be added thereto to further dilute or control the concentration of the formed solution. The amount of makeup liquid added to the solution can be controlled based on the temperature of the liquid to provide an automatic, continuously variable amount of liquid added to the solution. In addition, a method of providing a pressure independent control of the makeup liquid is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2018Date of Patent: September 28, 2021Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Ryan Joseph Drake, Andrew Max Schultz, Jessica Roseanne Tumini, Kevin Andrew Wuebben, Jeffrey Alan Blansit, Ariel Chatman Kleczewski
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Patent number: 10413133Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly for global use with dispensers requiring a variety of backflow prevention devices based on regulatory standards is provided. The assembly includes a housing comprising first and second housing members and including quick connector attachments extending therefrom. The quick connector attachments are non-threaded members configured to be attached to the various measurement and types of connections found throughout the world. A cover is provided for venting purposes to reduce the backflow siphoning forces or pressure, which causes the backflow of a product chemistry. Furthermore, a backflow prevention device is configured to be fluidly coupled to the housing of the present invention to provide for one way flow and the prevention of backflow of a product chemistry into a water supply. The flow control may be selected based on the regulatory standards of the location used.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2016Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Philip Carlson, Jay Anderson, Jeffrey Alan Blansit
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Patent number: 10335746Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a product chemistry from a product and a fluid is provided. A product is housed within a dispenser. A fluid is introduced through a manifold diffuse member having a plurality of ports. A cover is positioned adjacent the manifold diffuse member and includes a plurality of ports. The cover is able to be adjusted, for example, by rotating the cover, to align and un-align the manifold diffuse ports and the cover ports. This adjustment controls the flow characteristics of the fluid through the manifold diffuse member and cover to control the characteristics of the fluid in contact with the product. The adjustment of the cover to control the flow will provide a generally consistent concentration and erosion rate based upon known relationships between a characteristic of the fluid and the flow of the fluid in relation to the product.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2017Date of Patent: July 2, 2019Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Jared R. Freudenberg, Ryan Joseph Drake, Brian Philip Carlson, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Doffing
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Publication number: 20190076804Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a solution from a solid product in contact with a liquid is provided. A solid product is housed within a dispenser. A liquid is introduced into contact with the solid product. The solution formed between the solid product and the liquid is collected, and a makeup liquid can be added thereto to further dilute or control the concentration of the formed solution. The amount of makeup liquid added to the solution can be controlled based on the temperature of the liquid to provide an automatic, continuously variable amount of liquid added to the solution. In addition, a method of providing a pressure independent control of the makeup liquid is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2018Publication date: March 14, 2019Inventors: RYAN JOSEPH DRAKE, ANDREW MAX SCHULTZ, JESSICA ROSEANNE TUMINI, KEVIN ANDREW WUEBBEN, JEFFREY ALAN BLANSIT, ARIEL CHATMAN KLECZEWSKI
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Patent number: 10099188Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a solution from a solid product in contact with a liquid is provided. A solid product is housed within a dispenser. A liquid is introduced into contact with the solid product. The solution formed between the solid product and the liquid is collected, and a makeup liquid can be added thereto to further dilute or control the concentration of the formed solution. The amount of makeup liquid added to the solution can be controlled based on the temperature of the liquid to provide an automatic, continuously variable amount of liquid added to the solution. In addition, a method of providing a pressure independent control of the makeup liquid is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2014Date of Patent: October 16, 2018Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Ryan Joseph Drake, Andrew Max Schultz, Jessica Roseanne Tumini, Kevin Andrew Wuebben, Jeffrey Alan Blansit, Ariel Chatman Kleczewski
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Publication number: 20170203263Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a product chemistry from a product and a fluid is provided. A product is housed within a dispenser. A fluid is introduced through a manifold diffuse member having a plurality of ports. A cover is positioned adjacent the manifold diffuse member and includes a plurality of ports. The cover is able to be adjusted, for example, by rotating the cover, to align and un-align the manifold diffuse ports and the cover ports. This adjustment controls the flow characteristics of the fluid through the manifold diffuse member and cover to control the characteristics of the fluid in contact with the product. The adjustment of the cover to control the flow will provide a generally consistent concentration and erosion rate based upon known relationships between a characteristic of the fluid and the flow of the fluid in relation to the product.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2017Publication date: July 20, 2017Inventors: ANDREW MAX SCHULTZ, JARED R. FREUDENBERG, RYAN JOSEPH DRAKE, BRIAN PHILIP CARLSON, RYAN JACOB URBAN, BRIAN DOFFING
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Patent number: 9643143Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a product chemistry from a product and a fluid is provided. A product is housed within a dispenser. A fluid is introduced through a manifold diffuse member having a plurality of ports. A cover is positioned adjacent the manifold diffuse member and includes a plurality of ports. The cover is able to be adjusted, for example, by rotating the cover, to align and un-align the manifold diffuse ports and the cover ports. This adjustment controls the flow characteristics of the fluid through the manifold diffuse member and cover to control the characteristics of the fluid in contact with the product. The adjustment of the cover to control the flow will provide a generally consistent concentration and erosion rate based upon known relationships between a characteristic of the fluid and the flow of the fluid in relation to the product.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2014Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Jared R. Freudenberg, Ryan Joseph Drake, Brian Philip Carlson, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Doffing
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Publication number: 20160360935Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly for global use with dispensers requiring a variety of backflow prevention devices based on regulatory standards is provided. The assembly includes a housing comprising first and second housing members and including quick connector attachments extending therefrom. The quick connector attachments are non-threaded members configured to be attached to the various measurement and types of connections found throughout the world. A cover is provided for venting purposes to reduce the backflow siphoning forces or pressure, which causes the backflow of a product chemistry. Furthermore, a backflow prevention device is configured to be fluidly coupled to the housing of the present invention to provide for one way flow and the prevention of backflow of a product chemistry into a water supply. The flow control may be selected based on the regulatory standards of the location used.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2016Publication date: December 15, 2016Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Philip Carlson, Jay Anderson, Jeffrey Alan Blansit
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Patent number: 9488286Abstract: A drainage component in fluid communication with the fluid supply line includes a drain channel leading to a drain, the drain channel having an inner wall and an outer wall. The inner wall has a sealing surface approximate a three-way elastomeric valve. The elastomeric valve includes a moveable first wall having a first position when the fluid supply is on and a second position when fluid supply is off and a second wall connected to the moveable first wall, the second wall engaging a drain sealing surface when the first wall is in the first position. The elastomeric valve includes an orifice through which fluid may flow. When the pressure of the fluid on the elastomeric element increases, the second wall of the elastomeric valve engages the drain sealing surface. The elastomeric valve is preferably a fluoroelastomer to ensure both flexibility and resistance to a variety of chemical products.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2013Date of Patent: November 8, 2016Assignee: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Daniel Ronald Schwartz, Andrew Max Schultz
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Patent number: 9433327Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly for global use with dispensers requiring a variety of backflow prevention devices based on regulatory standards is provided. The assembly includes a housing comprising first and second housing members and including quick connector attachments extending therefrom. The quick connector attachments are non-threaded members configured to be attached to the various measurement and types of connections found throughout the world. A cover is provided for venting purposes to reduce the backflow siphoning forces or pressure, which causes the backflow of a product chemistry. Furthermore, a backflow prevention device is configured to be fluidly coupled to the housing of the present invention to provide for one way flow and the prevention of backflow of a product chemistry into a water supply. The flow control may be selected based on the regulatory standards of the location used.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2014Date of Patent: September 6, 2016Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Philip Carlson, Jay Anderson, Jeffrey Alan Blansit
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Publication number: 20150114475Abstract: A drainage component in fluid communication with the fluid supply line includes a drain channel leading to a drain, the drain channel having an inner wall and an outer wall. The inner wall has a sealing surface approximate a three-way elastomeric valve. The elastomeric valve includes a moveable first wall having a first position when the fluid supply is on and a second position when fluid supply is off and a second wall connected to the moveable first wall, the second wall engaging a drain sealing surface when the first wall is in the first position. The elastomeric valve includes an orifice through which fluid may flow. When the pressure of the fluid on the elastomeric element increases, the second wall of the elastomeric valve engages the drain sealing surface. The elastomeric valve is preferably a fluoroelastomer to ensure both flexibility and resistance to a variety of chemical products.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2013Publication date: April 30, 2015Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Daniel Ronald Schwartz, Andrew Max Schultz
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Publication number: 20140230927Abstract: A backflow prevention assembly for global use with dispensers requiring a variety of backflow prevention devices based on regulatory standards is provided. The assembly includes a housing comprising first and second housing members and including quick connector attachments extending therefrom. The quick connector attachments are non-threaded members configured to be attached to the various measurement and types of connections found throughout the world. A cover is provided for venting purposes to reduce the backflow siphoning forces or pressure, which causes the backflow of a product chemistry. Furthermore, a backflow prevention device is configured to be fluidly coupled to the housing of the present invention to provide for one way flow and the prevention of backflow of a product chemistry into a water supply. The flow control may be selected based on the regulatory standards of the location used.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Philip Carlson, Jay Anderson, Jeffrey Alan Blansit
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Publication number: 20140233346Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a product chemistry from a product and a fluid is provided. A product is housed within a dispenser. A fluid is introduced through a manifold diffuse member having a plurality of ports. A cover is positioned adjacent the manifold diffuse member and includes a plurality of ports. The cover is able to be adjusted, for example, by rotating the cover, to align and un-align the manifold diffuse ports and the cover ports. This adjustment controls the flow characteristics of the fluid through the manifold diffuse member and cover to control the characteristics of the fluid in contact with the product. The adjustment of the cover to control the flow will provide a generally consistent concentration and erosion rate based upon known relationships between a characteristic of the fluid and the flow of the fluid in relation to the product.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Andrew Max Schultz, Jared R. Freudenberg, Ryan Joseph Drake, Brian Philip Carlson, Ryan Jacob Urban, Brian Doffing
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Publication number: 20140233347Abstract: A method and apparatus for obtaining a solution from a solid product in contact with a liquid is provided. A solid product is housed within a dispenser. A liquid is introduced into contact with the solid product. The solution formed between the solid product and the liquid is collected, and a makeup liquid can be added thereto to further dilute or control the concentration of the formed solution. The amount of makeup liquid added to the solution can be controlled based on the temperature of the liquid to provide an automatic, continuously variable amount of liquid added to the solution. In addition, a method of providing a pressure independent control of the makeup liquid is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Ryan Joseph Drake, Andrew Max Schultz, Jessica Roseanne Tumini, Kevin Andrew Wuebben, Jeffrey Alan Blansit, Ariel Chatman Kleczewski
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Publication number: 20100131016Abstract: A system for performing a less invasive surgical procedure and, in particular, devices and methods for spinal fixation. The system comprises dilation tool(s), at least one working/insertion cannula, a plurality of screws, at least one fixation rod for connecting the screws, and a rod inserter. The dilation tool(s) may be used to dilate an incision made in a patient to form an opening. Thereafter, a drill may be used to form holes in the vertebrae. An insertion cannula may be attached to a screw and inserted into the opening. The screws may be polyaxial screws and may be inserted into the vertebrae using a screwdriver. An operator may then move the insertion cannula to manipulate a head portions of the screws such that the head portions may be aligned to receive a fixation rod. A rod inserter may be used to insert a fixation rod into the head portions. After the fixation rod is in place, it may be locked to the screws, thereby fixing the system in place on the spine.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2010Publication date: May 27, 2010Inventors: David Gerber, Shaun Hanson, Xiaoping Hu, Douglas Scott Kephart, Kyle Kuntz, Andrew Max Lee
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Patent number: 7666189Abstract: A system for performing a less invasive surgical procedure and, in particular, devices and methods for spinal fixation. The system comprises dilation tool(s), at least one working/insertion cannula, a plurality of screws, at least one fixation rod for connecting the screws, and a rod inserter. The dilation tool(s) may be used to dilate an incision made in a patient to form an opening. An insertion cannula may be attached to a screw and inserted into the opening. The screws may be polyaxial screws and may be inserted into the vertebrae using a screwdriver. An operator may then move the insertion cannula to manipulate a head portion of the screws such that the head portions may be aligned to receive a fixation rod. A rod inserter may be used to insert a fixation rod into the head portions.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2004Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Synthes USA, LLCInventors: David Gerber, Shaun Hanson, Xiaoping Hu, Douglas Scott Kephart, Kyle Kuntz, Andrew Max Lee
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Patent number: 6857123Abstract: As a solution to the problem of distributed knowledge of data object definitions, data object definitions are removed from the source code. A Meta Data Service is created and made available on a network which knows the definitions of all of the objects that are used by applications that are designed to use the Meta Data Service. When an object is created, the Meta Data Service creates and stores a meta definition for the object. Data objects are passed over a network in a “soft” format. Applications within a distributed data processing system are designed in such a manner such that, at any stage of object processing, an application does not assume to understand the definition or structure of an object, nor is an application hard-coded with the object definitions. At each stage, an application queries the Meta Data Service for the meta definition of the object before proceeding with the processing of an object.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 1998Date of Patent: February 15, 2005Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Andrew Max Nuxoll, Gordon Scott Rulong, Douglas Andrew Wood