Patents by Inventor Daniel Todd Butson

Daniel Todd Butson 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).

  • AUTOMATED SPACER PROCESSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20230383590
    Abstract: The invention provides automated spacer processing systems and methods. The systems and methods involve at least one robot arm that is configured to process spacers for multiple-pane insulating glazing units. In some embodiments, the systems also include an insulating glazing unit assembly line and a spacer conveyor system. Additionally or alternatively, the systems may include a sealant applicator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2022
    Publication date: November 30, 2023
    Inventors: Robert C. Buchanan, Michael J. Milewski, Daniel Todd Butson
  • Automated spacer processing systems and methods
    Patent number: 11536083
    Abstract: The invention provides automated spacer processing systems and methods. The systems and methods involve at least one robot arm that is configured to process spacers for multiple-pane insulating glazing units. In some embodiments, the systems also include an insulating glazing unit assembly line and a spacer conveyor system. Additionally or alternatively, the systems may include a sealant applicator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2022
    Assignee: CARDINAL IG COMPANY
    Inventors: Robert C. Buchanan, Michael J. Milewski, Daniel Todd Butson
  • AUTOMATED SPACER PROCESSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20210363813
    Abstract: The invention provides automated spacer processing systems and methods. The systems and methods involve at least one robot arm that is configured to process spacers for multiple-pane insulating glazing units. In some embodiments, the systems also include an insulating glazing unit assembly line and a spacer conveyor system. Additionally or alternatively, the systems may include a sealant applicator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Publication date: November 25, 2021
    Inventors: Robert C. Buchanan, Michael J. Milewski, Daniel Todd Butson