Patents by Inventor Deanna L. Eckelman

Deanna L. Eckelman 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).

  • Release agent and method for producing same
    Patent number: 6562479
    Abstract: A release agent for use in formation of a lignocellulosic composite product is provided. The release agent comprising at least one fatty acid. The release agent is capable of substantially preventing a mat comprising a lignocellulosic material and an adhesive bonding agent, formed within the confines of a formation area, from adhering to said formation area, when said release agent is introduced into said formation area. The release agent is also capable of substantially reducing deposits of either adhesive bonding agent or release agent which can accumulate in the formation area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: Associated Chemists, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas S. Smalley, Deanna L. Eckelman