Patents by Inventor Brian William Ables

Brian William Ables 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).

  • String binders and method for making same
    Patent number: 6849332
    Abstract: A string binder is disclosed which is useful for making reinforcing articles for use in the manufacture of molded composite articles. The string binder comprises a fibrous carrier substrate covered with a solidified coating comprising a binder resin material having an acid value of less than about 30 mg KOH/g of resin. Additionally, the fibrous carrier substrate may be coated with at least one layer of a pre-coating or post-coating comprising a catalyst composition. The string binder may be co-roved with one or more ends of a separate fibrous reinforcing material to make a product suitable for use in various molding applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2005
    Assignee: Owens Corning Fiberglas Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian William Ables, William G. Hager, Timothy W. Ramey, Jay J. Beckman, Diane M. Hulett