Patents by Inventor Bruce J. Buettell

Bruce J. Buettell 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: 7174607
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a card attachment for holding cards. The jaws of the card attachment can be locking in a closed position to ensure a secure grip on a card. Plastic gripping pads are included to increase the friction between the card and the jaws. Side walls are included to limit the distance a card may be inserted into the card attachment. Limiting the insertion of a card in this manner allows a card to be held without covering large amounts of the card. The ratio of an insertion length to the length of the side wall is selected to allow a card to be held securely without covering excessive amounts of the card. Thus a card can be held without covering pictures, words, or indicia on the card.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Publication number: 20040045133
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a card display device that includes two clips rotatably attached. A rivet connects the two clips and allows the clips to rotate with respect to each other. The design of one of the two clips allows it to grasp a card while the other clip grasps a user's clothing. In some embodiments, a suspender style clip serves as the card attachment. In other embodiments, a clothespin type clip serves as the card attachment. In some embodiments the first clip and second clip have only three separate jaws. The card attachment clip may include plastic or rubber gripping pads that aid in providing a secure grip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2002
    Publication date: March 11, 2004
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: 6684544
    Abstract: A magnetic card holder is disclosed that allows users to display cards on their clothing comfortably and without damage to their clothing. Lightweight, thin, and strong neodymium magnets used in this card holder provide a desirable combination of weight, size, and performance. The magnetic forces produced by the included magnets are confined substantially within the magnetic card holder and therefore have no damaging magnetic effects on cards placed in or near the card holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: 6675446
    Abstract: A two-piece slider for a lanyard is adapted to be assembled for sliding on a lanyard cord. The slider has features to restrain the pieces from relative rotation. Such features include a recess/protrusion combination having non-circular shape, an off-center pin/hole combination, or the slots in which the lanyard is placed adapted to restrict rotation. The slider has a flat surface with a rim around it for receiving a customer selected logo or design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: 6598273
    Abstract: An identification badge is connected to a lanyard using at least two connectors. One of the connectors securely connects a fixture which clasps the identification badge to a buckle. The other connector securely connects the buckle to the lanyard. The connectors are configured to position the badge flat on the shirt or blouse of the wearer so that the visibility of the badge is maximized. The size of the connectors is maintained small. Furthermore, assembly of a lanyard, badge, and buckle combination is made more efficient by making the connectors quick-connect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Publication number: 20030046797
    Abstract: An identification badge is connected to a lanyard using at least two connectors. One of the connectors securely connects a fixture which clasps the identification badge to a buckle. The other connector securely connects the buckle to the lanyard. The connectors are configured to position the badge flat on the shirt or blouse of the wearer so that the visibility of the badge is maximized. The size of the connectors is maintained small. Furthermore, assembly of a lanyard, badge, and buckle combination is made more efficient by making the connectors quick-connect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2001
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Publication number: 20030037416
    Abstract: A two-piece slider for a lanyard is adapted to be assembled for sliding on a lanyard cord. The slider has features to restrain the pieces from relative rotation. Such features include a recess/protrusion combination having non-circular shape, an off-center pin/hole combination, or the slots in which the lanyard is placed adapted to restrict rotation. The slider has a flat surface with a rim around it for receiving a customer selected logo or design.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: 6276029
    Abstract: A plurality of neck straps are cut from a sheet of vinyl, with each strap having locking ends formed integral with the main body of the strap. The strap has a thin, flat configuration with vinyl surfaces which provide a cloth-like feel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2001
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: D442068
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: D466438
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2002
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: D474678
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: J. A. M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell
  • Patent number: D433649
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2000
    Assignee: J.A.M. Plastics, Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce J. Buettell