Patents by Inventor David A. Wustner

David A. Wustner 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).

  • Method and apparatus for removing and storing a container seal
    Patent number: 5709311
    Abstract: A container cap having cutting elements and a recess for removing and storing a container seal. The cutting elements are positioned within the recess and a lid covers the recess. After removing the cap, the cap is inverted so that the cutting elements pierce the seal. The cap is then rotated to cut the seal. The lid is then replaced thereby storing the seal within the recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 20, 1998
    Assignee: Valent USA Corporation
    Inventors: Brett Butler, David A. Wustner, Judith R. Epstein