Patents by Inventor Bryan R. Gingrich
Bryan R. Gingrich 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: 9743758Abstract: An improved worksurface for home and office furniture constructions. The improved worksurface generally includes a plurality of vertical openings disposed along at least a portion of the periphery of the worksurface, where the vertical openings are adapted to support removable and interchangeable accessories. The accessories can include shelving units, support stands, storage baskets, swivel arms, docking cradles, and display mounts, for example, each being positionable at multiple locations along the periphery of the worksurface. The vertical openings are optionally disposed within a recessed portion extending adjacent a rear edge of the worksurface. In use, a user can reposition the accessories as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2016Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Ross S. Johnson, Duane Danz, Bryan R. Gingrich, Dave Emery, Todd Zeilinger
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Patent number: 9650785Abstract: A reusable architectural wall is provided which provides a cost-effective space-dividing wall structure formed of internal support rails joined by a lightweight, cost effective facing panel on each panel side, which preferably is formed of standard architectural materials such as gypsum board, R-board and the like. The wall is structurally rigid, field cuttable, installable horizontally or vertically and has a substantial acoustic reduction, cable carrying capacity, and HVAC capability.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2015Date of Patent: May 16, 2017Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle
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Publication number: 20170065076Abstract: An improved worksurface for home and office furniture constructions. The improved worksurface generally includes a plurality of vertical openings disposed along at least a portion of the periphery of the worksurface, where the vertical openings are adapted to support removable and interchangeable accessories. The accessories can include shelving units, support stands, storage baskets, swivel arms, docking cradles, and display mounts, for example, each being positionable at multiple locations along the periphery of the worksurface. The vertical openings are optionally disposed within a recessed portion extending adjacent a rear edge of the worksurface. In use, a user can reposition the accessories as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2016Publication date: March 9, 2017Inventors: Ross S. Johnson, Duane Danz, Bryan R. Gingrich, Dave Emery, Todd Zeilinger
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Patent number: 9516945Abstract: An improved worksurface for home and office furniture constructions. The improved worksurface generally includes a plurality of vertical openings disposed along at least a portion of the periphery of the worksurface, where the vertical openings are adapted to support removable and interchangeable accessories. The accessories can include shelving units, support stands, storage baskets, swivel arms, docking cradles, and display mounts, for example, each being positionable at multiple locations along the periphery of the worksurface. The vertical openings are optionally disposed within a recessed portion extending adjacent a rear edge of the worksurface. In use, a user can reposition the accessories as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2015Date of Patent: December 13, 2016Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Ross S. Johnson, Duane Danz, Bryan R. Gingrich, Dave Emery, Todd Zeilinger
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Publication number: 20160213145Abstract: An improved worksurface for home and office furniture constructions. The improved worksurface generally includes a plurality of vertical openings disposed along at least a portion of the periphery of the worksurface, where the vertical openings are adapted to support removable and interchangeable accessories. The accessories can include shelving units, support stands, storage baskets, swivel arms, docking cradles, and display mounts, for example, each being positionable at multiple locations along the periphery of the worksurface. The vertical openings are optionally disposed within a recessed portion extending adjacent a rear edge of the worksurface. In use, a user can reposition the accessories as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2015Publication date: July 28, 2016Inventors: Ross S. Johnson, Duane Danz, Bryan R. Gingrich, Dave Emery, Todd Zeilinger
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Publication number: 20160160500Abstract: A reusable architectural wall is provided which provides a cost-effective space-dividing wall structure formed of internal support rails joined by a lightweight, cost effective facing panel on each panel side, which preferably is formed of standard architectural materials such as gypsum board, R-board and the like. The wall is structurally rigid, field cuttable, installable horizontally or vertically and has a substantial acoustic reduction, cable carrying capacity, and HVAC capability.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2015Publication date: June 9, 2016Inventors: Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle
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Patent number: 9249567Abstract: A reusable architectural wall is provided which provides a cost-effective space-dividing wall structure formed of internal support rails joined by a lightweight, cost effective facing panel on each panel side, which preferably is formed of standard architectural materials such as gypsum board, R-board and the like. The wall is structurally rigid, field cuttable, installable horizontally or vertically and has a substantial acoustic reduction, cable carrying capacity, and HVAC capability.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2011Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle
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Publication number: 20130025220Abstract: A reusable architectural wall is provided which provides a cost-effective space-dividing wall structure formed of internal support rails joined by a lightweight, cost effective facing panel on each panel side, which preferably is formed of standard architectural materials such as gypsum board, R-board and the like. The wall is structurally rigid, field cuttable, installable horizontally or vertically and has a substantial acoustic reduction, cable carrying capacity, and HVAC capability.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2011Publication date: January 31, 2013Applicant: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle
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Patent number: 7810299Abstract: A floor tile for a raised floor. The floor tile is defined by a shallow upwardly-opening metal pan defining a shallow compartment in which a main preformed one-piece concrete block is secured. The main concrete block is preferably formed from a plurality of one-piece preformed concrete sub-blocks which are adhesively adhered in sideward abutting relationship to define a plan profile corresponding to the main concrete block. The main concrete block is then adhesively secured within the compartment of the metal pan.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2007Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Ronald H. Brown, Bryan R. Gingrich, Anthony McConnell, Robert L. Tuttle, Randolph Woellper, X. Shawn Yu
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Patent number: 7770345Abstract: A floor tile for a raised floor. The floor tile is defined by a shallow upwardly-opening metal pan defining a shallow compartment in which a main preformed one-piece concrete block is secured. The main concrete block is preferably formed from a plurality of one-piece preformed concrete sub-blocks which are adhesively adhered in sideward abutting relationship to define a plan profile corresponding to the main concrete block. The main concrete block is then adhesively secured within the compartment of the metal pan.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2007Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Anthony McConnell, Ronald H. Brown, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Randolph Woellper, X. Shawn Yu
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Publication number: 20090084066Abstract: A floor tile for a raised floor. The floor tile is defined by a shallow upwardly-opening metal pan defining a shallow compartment in which a main preformed one-piece concrete block is secured. The main concrete block is preferably formed from a plurality of one-piece preformed concrete sub-blocks which are adhesively adhered in sideward abutting relationship to define a plan profile corresponding to the main concrete block. The main concrete block is then adhesively secured within the compartment of the metal pan.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2007Publication date: April 2, 2009Inventors: Ronald H. Brown, Bryan R. Gingrich, Anthony McConnell, Robert L. Tuttle, Randolph Woellper, X. Shawn Yu
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Publication number: 20090084046Abstract: A floor tile for a raised floor. The floor tile is defined by a shallow upwardly-opening metal pan defining a shallow compartment in which a main preformed one-piece concrete block is secured. The main concrete block is preferably formed from a plurality of one-piece preformed concrete sub-blocks which are adhesively adhered in sideward abutting relationship to define a plan profile corresponding to the main concrete block. The main concrete block is then adhesively secured within the compartment of the metal pan.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2007Publication date: April 2, 2009Inventors: Anthony McConnell, Ronald H. Brown, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Randolph Woellper, X. Shawn Yu
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Publication number: 20080127588Abstract: Typically, joints between sheets of laminate may be visible and form a dark or distinctly visible edge due to the color difference between the laminate surface and the interior material forming the laminate which interior material is visible when the laminate is cut. A trim assembly serves to hide this interior material while also forming corners that may be formed of a different material such as aluminum and thereby give a distinct unique appearance. The trim assembly includes an extruded rail, which receives a laminate insert, or includes a deeper extrusion having a thick insert with a finish surface applied thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2007Publication date: June 5, 2008Inventors: Robert C. Wayner, Bryan R. Gingrich, Randall W. Borgman
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Patent number: 7055287Abstract: This invention relates to a space-dividing wall panel system having a plurality of base panels which are serially connectable one with the other to define a vertically enlarged wall supported on a floor. Each base panel is defined by at least one horizontal box-beam rigidly connected to a pair of laterally spaced apart vertical uprights which are connected at the opposite ends of the box-beam and have a reduced thickness compared thereto. With this clearance between the faces of the box-beam and the uprights, the box-beam, cross rails at the ends of the uprights as well as additional extension panels are formed with longitudinally extending channels which are positioned free of interference with the vertical uprights and aligned with serially-adjacent channels of serially-adjacent wall panels.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2003Date of Patent: June 6, 2006Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: X. Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Keith Foco
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Publication number: 20040130109Abstract: This invention relates to a space-dividing wall panel system having a plurality of base panels which are serially connectable one with the other to define a vertically enlarged wall supported on a floor. Each base panel is defined by at least one horizontal box-beam rigidly connected to a pair of laterally spaced apart vertical uprights which are connected at the opposite ends of the box-beam and have a reduced thickness compared thereto. With this clearance between the faces of the box-beam and the uprights, the box-beam, cross rails at the ends of the uprights as well as additional extension panels are formed with longitudinally extending channels which are positioned free of interference with the vertical uprights and aligned with serially-adjacent channels of serially-adjacent wall panels.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2003Publication date: July 8, 2004Applicant: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: X. Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Keith Foco
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Patent number: 6658805Abstract: A space-dividing wall panel system having a plurality of base panels which are serially connectable one with the other to define a vertically enlarged wall supported on a floor. Each base panel is defined by at least one horizontal box-beam rigidly connected to a pair of laterally spaced apart vertical uprights which are connected at the opposite ends of the box-beam and have a reduced thickness compared thereto. With this clearance between the faces of the box-beam and the uprights, the box-beam, cross rails at the ends of the uprights as well as additional extension panels are formed with longitudinally extending channels which are positioned free of interference with the vertical uprights and aligned with serially-adjacent channels of serially-adjacent wall panels.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2000Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: X. Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Keith Foco
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Patent number: 6250032Abstract: A connector arrangement for use with an interior space-dividing wall system including portable upright panel assemblies each having an end edge defined by a vertically elongate rail and attached to an upright support post in supportive engagement with the floor. The connector arrangement includes a connector ring which clampingly engages the side walls of at least two adjacent support posts to interconnect two adjacent panel assemblies, for example in right-angled relation with one another.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 1999Date of Patent: June 26, 2001Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Deborah Davis, Bryan R. Gingrich, Gerald Hunsburger
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Patent number: 6247772Abstract: A cabinet unit comprising a base unit that defines a first work surface and a pivoting table top which defines a second work surface. The pivoting table top has one end mounted to the base unit by a telescoping pivot assembly, and at the opposite end is supported by a telescoping support leg. The pivot assembly and the support leg each have a lockable height adjustment mechanism such that the pivot assembly permits the table top to be horizontally angularly moved between a closed position overlying the first work surface and an open position extending away from the first work surface, while permitting adjustment of the height of the second work surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 1996Date of Patent: June 19, 2001Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Robert L. Tuttle, Bryan R. Gingrich, Ronna T. Jacobs, Ronald L. Lamer
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Patent number: 6161347Abstract: A space-dividing wall panel system having a plurality of base panels which are serially connectable one with the other to define a vertically enlarged wall supported on a floor. Each base panel is defined by at least one horizontal box-beam rigidly connected to a pair of laterally spaced apart vertical uprights which are connected at the opposite ends of the box-beam and have a reduced thickness compared thereto. With this clearance between the faces of the box-beam and the uprights, the box-beam, cross rails at the ends of the uprights as well as additional extension panels are formed with longitudinally extending channels which are positioned free of interference with the vertical uprights and aligned with serially-adjacent channels of serially-adjacent wall panels.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 1998Date of Patent: December 19, 2000Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: X. Shawn Yu, Bryan R. Gingrich, Robert L. Tuttle, Keith Foco
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Patent number: 5941713Abstract: A mobile marker board unit has a wheeled base which mounts a pair of upright and vertically enlarged marker boards. The marker boards, as they project upwardly, are rearwardly sloped to define a triangular storage space between the marker boards. This storage space is accessible from at least one end of the unit, and is preferably provided with structure which permits storage therein. A slidable tray arrangement is mounted adjacent the lower edge of each marker board and can be moved between open and closed positions. Each tray arrangement includes an outer tray disposed directly adjacent the lower edge of the marker board and positioned for support of articles thereon. This outer tray is fixedly joined to an enlarged inner tray which is normally stored in a closed position between the marker boards, with the tray assembly being slidable into an outer position wherein the inner tray projects outwardly from the marker board adjacent the lower edge thereof.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 1997Date of Patent: August 24, 1999Assignee: Haworth, Inc.Inventors: Robert C. Wayner, Clarkson S. Thorp, Bryan R. Gingrich