Patents by Inventor Bernard Simms

Bernard Simms 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).

  • Interactive packaging assembly and method of forming
    Patent number: 5871099
    Abstract: A packaging arrangement for a product enables a potential purchaser to view and handle the product while it is protected from damage and wear. The packaging arrangement includes a carton having cutout portions for displaying the product and an insert formed in the shape of the product. The carton and plastic insert together form a handle around the handle of the product. In order to assemble the packaging, the product is placed inside of the carton and the insert is placed around the product and inside of the carton. The top of the carton is then sealed leaving a strip to form a handle portion overlying the handle of the product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1999
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Jess A. Mellenthin, Bernard Simms