Patents by Inventor Daniel R. Coots

Daniel R. Coots 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).

  • Display folder
    Patent number: 5836507
    Abstract: A folder, and a blank sheet for forming the folder, are disclosed. The folder includes apertures through which photographs or cards can be observed from the outside, and includes a securing tab received between panels to maintain the displayed items in an observable orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 17, 1998
    Inventors: David C. Mueller, Daniel R. Coots
  • Pop-up framing device
    Patent number: 5711101
    Abstract: A collapsible frame is disclosed that is formed from a single foldable blank. Frame and support portions can be moved between a covering configuration wherein the frame is enclosed inside the support and a display configuration wherein the display is supported substantially vertically above the support. The frame portion can have openings on both the front and back sides, if desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 27, 1998
    Inventors: David C. Mueller, Daniel R. Coots
  • Display holder
    Patent number: 5348156
    Abstract: Display holders and blank sheets for forming them are disclosed. When assembled, the holders have one or more boxes supported by a header piece. A brace member forms both an end flap for one or more of the boxes and provides a rigid brace to support the box(es).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 20, 1994
    Assignee: Outlook Graphics Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Maroszek, Daniel R. Coots