Patents by Inventor Christina M. Turngren

Christina M. Turngren 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).

  • Sterile adhesive bandage and associated methods
    Patent number: 5891078
    Abstract: A sterile delivery system for delivering an adhesive strip or bandage with one hand. The bandage or strip is encapsulated in a protective sterile covering, whereby the bandage or strip may be removed from its sterile covering and applied with one hand without contaminating any portion of the bandage or strip. The delivery system may be manufactured from suitable thin films and may include a blocking member positioned between the strip and the protective sterile covering. The apparatus and method to manufacture the unique bandage or strip is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 6, 1999
    Inventors: Christina M. Turngren, Dale E. Lanser, Thomas F. Hilbert, Sr.
  • Method for forming foam braced packaging
    Patent number: 4883555
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing custom-sized foam braced packaging. The apparatus includes means for automatically adjusting the assembler to meet the particular needs of individual package sizes without the requirement for retooling being imposed. Rails are formed from foam and an outer wrap or covering which are then mitered to define a package shape. Packaging material is then adhered to the rail frame to complete the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1987
    Date of Patent: November 28, 1989
    Inventor: Christina M. Turngren
  • Foam braced packaging and method and apparatus for constructing same
    Patent number: 4869369
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing custom-sized foam braced packaging. The apparatus includes means for automatically adjusting the assembler to meet the particular needs of individual package sizes without the requirement for retooling being imposed. Rails are formed from foam and an outer wrap or covering which are then mitered to define a package shape. Packaging material is then adhered to the rail frame to complete the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 26, 1989
    Inventor: Christina M. Turngren