Patents by Inventor David W. West

David W. West 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).

  • Patent number: 11870228
    Abstract: A wire basket system formed of a wire basket and a support bracket that secures the wire basket to the ceiling by a threaded rod. The support bracket includes a main member with a top, a bottom, a first end, a second end, a first side, and a second side. A first arm extends downwardly from the first side of the main member and a second arm extends downwardly from the second side of the main member. The first arm and the second arm include a J-shaped hook. The J-shaped hooks of the first and second arms are aligned thereby enabling the support bracket to receive a wire of the wire basket in the wire basket system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2024
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jeremy S. Parrish, Bon B. Sledzinski, David W. West
  • Patent number: 11677221
    Abstract: A bracket secured to adjacent cable baskets to form a cable routing pathway. The bracket includes a splice and a locking latch slidingly secured to the splice. The splice has a base with a top, a bottom, a first end, and a second end. The first end member extends from the first end of the base and a second end member extends from the second end of the base. The first end member and the second end member each include a vertical slot. The locking latch extends through the vertical slot of the first end member and the vertical slot of the second end member to secure the splice to the adjacent cable baskets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Bon B. Sledzinski, David W. West
  • Publication number: 20220278512
    Abstract: A wire basket system formed of a wire basket and a support bracket that secures the wire basket to the ceiling by a threaded rod. The support bracket includes a main member with a top, a bottom, a first end, a second end, a first side, and a second side. A first arm extends downwardly from the first side of the main member and a second arm extends downwardly from the second side of the main member. The first arm and the second arm include a J-shaped hook. The J-shaped hooks of the first and second arms are aligned thereby enabling the support bracket to receive a wire of the wire basket in the wire basket system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2022
    Publication date: September 1, 2022
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jeremy S. Parrish, Bon B. Sledzinski, David W. West
  • Publication number: 20220131352
    Abstract: A bracket secured to adjacent cable baskets to form a cable routing pathway. The bracket includes a splice and a locking latch slidingly secured to the splice. The splice has a base with a top, a bottom, a first end, and a second end. The first end member extends from the first end of the base and a second end member extends from the second end of the base. The first end member and the second end member each include a vertical slot. The locking latch extends through the vertical slot of the first end member and the vertical slot of the second end member to secure the splice to the adjacent cable baskets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2021
    Publication date: April 28, 2022
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Bon B. Sledzinski, David W. West
  • Patent number: 8701252
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a loop component, a non-slip component, and a hook component. The loop component has a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The non-slip component is affixed to the loop component and extends from the first end of the loop component toward the second end of the loop component. The hook component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the second end of the loop component toward the first end of the loop component, and overlaps at least a portion of the non-slip component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, David W. West, Gary L. Zernach
  • Patent number: 8276243
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a loop component, a hook component, and a non-slip component. The loop component has a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a plurality of loop fastening elements. The hook component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the first end of the loop component toward the second end of the loop component, and has a plurality of hook fastening elements. The non-slip component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the second end of the loop component toward the first end of the loop component, and overlaps at least a portion of the hook component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, David W. West
  • Patent number: 8276244
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an elastomeric releasable cable tie having a head and a strap extending from the head. The head includes an end wall, an inner wall and sidewalls. The end wall, inner wall and sidewalls define a channel that extends from an entrance end to an exit end of the head. The head also includes a hingeless wedge extending from the end wall into the channel for engaging the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Patent number: 8256068
    Abstract: A microhook and loop fastening and detaching assembly comprising a web including a plurality of malleable loops formed integral with one surface of the web, and a plurality of hooks attached to another surface of the web, wherein the loops are adapted to removably engage the hooks. The hooks are equidistantly-arrayed in a plurality of linear rows on the hook side of the web in a staggered manner across the width of the web, such that each hook in a given row is located between two hooks of an adjacent row. The centerline distance between hooks in adjacent rows in the machine direction of the web is greater than the equidistant centerline dimension between adjacent hooks in the same cross-web row. Each hook includes a pedestal attached to the hook side of the web, and a head portion forming part of the pedestal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventor: David W. West
  • Patent number: 7959113
    Abstract: A network cable bundling tool is disclosed, comprising an inner fitting retained within an outer jacket assembly. The outer jacket assembly comprises a first outer jacket half coupled to a substantially identical second outer jacket half, securing the inner fitting therein. The outer jacket assembly comprises a cylindrical housing, an intake orifice defined within the intake housing, and a plurality of funneling projections coupled to the cylindrical housing wherein the plurality of funneling projections form an array assuming the general shape of a truncated faceted cone. In operation, network cable wires are inserted into the inner fitting, and the inner fitting is then secured within the outer jacket assembly. The network cable bundling tool is then displaced in the desired direction of combing, arranging the network cables into an organized and space-efficient shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Richard A. Marcus, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Publication number: 20110107559
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a loop component, a non-slip component, and a hook component. The loop component has a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The non-slip component is affixed to the loop component and extends from the first end of the loop component toward the second end of the loop component. The hook component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the second end of the loop component toward the first end of the loop component, and overlaps at least a portion of the non-slip component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2010
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, David W. West, Gary L. Zernach
  • Publication number: 20110072623
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an elastomeric releasable cable tie having a head and a strap extending from the head. The head includes an end wall, an inner wall and sidewalls. The end wall, inner wall and sidewalls define a channel that extends from an entrance end to an exit end of the head. The head also includes a hingeless wedge extending from the end wall into the channel for engaging the strap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2010
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Patent number: 7866005
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an elastomeric releasable cable tie having a head and a strap extending from the head. The head includes an end wall, an inner wall and sidewalls. The end wall, inner wall and sidewalls define a channel that extends from an entrance end to an exit end of the head. The head also includes a hingeless wedge extending from the end wall into the channel for engaging the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Patent number: 7857654
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for retaining a plug in an outlet. The apparatus includes a pair of arms and a body slidably connected to the arms. The arms are connected to the outlet. The body slides along the arms to retain the plug in the outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2010
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: David W. West, Thomas G. Stanford, Veselko J. Sladin
  • Publication number: 20100248527
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for retaining a plug in an outlet. The apparatus includes a pair of arms and a body slidably connected to the arms. The arms are connected to the outlet. The body slides along the arms to retain the plug in the outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2010
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: David W. West, Thomas G. Stanford, Veselko J. Sladin
  • Publication number: 20100192331
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a base component, a loop component, a hook component, and a non-slip component. The base component has a first side, a second side opposite the first side, a first end, and a second end opposite the first end. The loop component is affixed to the first side of the base component and has a plurality of loop fastening elements. The hook component is affixed to the second side of the base component, is disposed at the first end of the base component, extends therefrom toward the second end of the base component, and has a plurality of hook fastening elements. The non-slip component is affixed to the second side of the base component, is disposed at the second end of the base component, and extends therefrom toward the first end of the base component. Proximate ends of the hook component and the non-slip component are spaced apart to define a gap therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2010
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, David W. West
  • Patent number: 7722380
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for retaining a plug in an outlet. The apparatus includes a body and a pair of arms slidably connected to the body. The arms are secured to the outlet. The body slides along the arms in a first direction to retain the plug in the outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: David W. West, Thomas G. Stanford, Veselko J. Sladin
  • Publication number: 20090314902
    Abstract: A network cable bundling tool is disclosed, comprising an inner fitting retained within an outer jacket assembly. The outer jacket assembly comprises a first outer jacket half coupled to a substantially identical second outer jacket half, securing the inner fitting therein. The outer jacket assembly comprises a cylindrical housing, an intake orifice defined within the intake housing, and a plurality of funneling projections coupled to the cylindrical housing wherein the plurality of funneling projections form an array assuming the general shape of a truncated faceted cone. In operation, network cable wires are inserted into the inner fitting, and the inner fitting is then secured within the outer jacket assembly. The network cable bundling tool is then displaced in the desired direction of combing, arranging the network cables into an organized and space-efficient shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Publication date: December 24, 2009
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Richard A. Marcus, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Publication number: 20090293236
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a loop component, a hook component, and a non-slip component. The loop component has a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a plurality of loop fastening elements. The hook component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the first end of the loop component toward the second end of the loop component, and has a plurality of hook fastening elements. The non-slip component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the second end of the loop component toward the first end of the loop component, and overlaps at least a portion of the hook component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2009
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, David W. West
  • Patent number: 7600721
    Abstract: A network cable bundling tool is disclosed, comprising an inner fitting retained within an outer jacket assembly. The outer jacket assembly comprises a first outer jacket half coupled to a substantially identical second outer jacket half, securing the inner fitting therein. The outer jacket assembly comprises a cylindrical housing, an intake orifice defined within the intake housing, and a plurality of funneling projections coupled to the cylindrical housing wherein the plurality of funneling projections form an array assuming the general shape of a truncated faceted cone. In operation, network cable wires are inserted into the inner fitting, and the inner fitting is then secured within the outer jacket assembly. The network cable bundling tool is then displaced in the desired direction of combing, arranging the network cables into an organized and space-efficient shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Michael J. Vermeer, Richard A. Marcus, Robert J. Krisel, David W. West
  • Patent number: 7591955
    Abstract: A metal processing method includes etching to remove material from a thin metal part. A pattern of etch resistant material is used to prevent etching of the metal in desired locations. The etch resistant material is intentionally applied to unclean surfaces so that an adhesion between the etch resistant material and the metal will fail during the etching process. An edge is formed during etching at the boundaries of the pattern of the etch resistant material. These edges are rounded where the adhesion fails. A shaver foil is produced using the described metal processing method including a face side, a cutter side and a plurality of whisker holes. A face edge is formed where an etched profile of the whisker hole meets the face side and a cutter edge is formed where the etched profile of the whisker hole meets the cutter side. The face edge is rounded using the aforementioned process and the cutter edge is sharp using a conventional etch resistant material application method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Assignee: Interplex NAS, Inc.
    Inventors: Raymond A. Frechette, David W. West, Christopher Machado, Christopher M. Sullivan