Patents by Inventor Christine N. Shimel

Christine N. Shimel 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).

  • Repulpable zipper for zip packaging
    Patent number: 11905070
    Abstract: A repulpable zipper is provided for attachment to a repulpable flexible package. The repulpable zipper is formed using a water-soluble polymer combined with a repulpable material, such as a plant-based cellulose material. The repulpable zipper enables the repulpable package to be opened and closed by the consumer, so that the consumer has the option to determine, change or manipulate the contents of the repulpable flexible package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Eric P. Plourde, Christine N. Shimel, Lars G. Wihlborg
  • Biodegradable Zipper for Zip Packaging
    Publication number: 20230399147
    Abstract: A biodegradable (repulpable, compostable and/or water soluble) zipper is provided for attachment to a biodegradable flexible package. The biodegradable zipper is formed using a water-soluble polymer that can be combined with a repulpable and/or compostable material, such as a plant-based cellulose material. The biodegradable zipper enables the biodegradable package to be opened and closed by the consumer, so that the consumer has the option to determine, change or manipulate the contents of the biodegradable flexible package.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2023
    Publication date: December 14, 2023
    Inventors: Eric P. Plourde, Christine N. Shimel, Lars G. Wihlborg
  • Repulpable Zipper for Zip Packaging
    Publication number: 20210284396
    Abstract: A repulpable zipper is provided for attachment to a repulpable flexible package. The repulpable zipper is formed using a water-soluble polymer combined with a repulpable material, such as a plant-based cellulose material. The repulpable zipper enables the repulpable package to be opened and closed by the consumer, so that the consumer has the option to determine, change or manipulate the contents of the repulpable flexible package.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2021
    Publication date: September 16, 2021
    Applicant: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Eric P. Plourde, Christine N. Shimel, Lars G. Wihlborg