Patents by Inventor Douglas E. Loebertmann

Douglas E. Loebertmann 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: 11033649
    Abstract: A hybrid packet containing deodorizing chemicals can dissolve to release the chemicals in a brine solution while still being formed using high speed packet forming machinery. A hybrid packet can be formed by feeding a sheet of dissolvable paper and a film of PVA material into the packet forming machine to form a hybrid packet having one side formed of the paper and the opposing side formed of the PVA material. The PVA sheet and paper panels are fused together by the machine to form a sealed interior compartment that holds the deodorizing chemicals. A serrated knife edge can be used to pierce the paper and PVA layers to separate individual packets. Reduced water volume in the forming operation avoids compromising the dissolvable paper portion of the hybrid packet. The packet contents can include citric acid and sodium bicarbonate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas E. Loebertmann, Daniel D. Phothirath, Stephen A. Heyer
  • Publication number: 20190231914
    Abstract: A hybrid packet containing deodorizing chemicals can dissolve to release the chemicals in a brine solution while still being formed using high speed packet forming machinery. A hybrid packet can be formed by feeding a sheet of dissolvable paper and a film of PVA material into the packet forming machine to form a hybrid packet having one side formed of the paper and the opposing side formed of the PVA material. The PVA sheet and paper panels are fused together by the machine to form a sealed interior compartment that holds the deodorizing chemicals. A serrated knife edge can be used to pierce the paper and PVA layers to separate individual packets. Reduced water volume in the forming operation avoids compromising the dissolvable paper portion of the hybrid packet. The packet contents can include citric acid and sodium bicarbonate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2019
    Publication date: August 1, 2019
    Inventors: Douglas E. LOEBERTMANN, Daniel D. PHOTHIRATH, Stephen A. HEYER
  • Patent number: 10251966
    Abstract: A hybrid packet containing deodorizing chemicals can dissolve to release the chemicals in a brine solution while still being formed using high speed packet forming machinery. A hybrid packet can be formed by feeding a sheet of dissolvable paper and a film of PVA material into the packet forming machine to form a hybrid packet having one side formed of the paper and the opposing side formed of the PVA material. The PVA sheet and paper panels are fused together by the machine to form a sealed interior compartment that holds the deodorizing chemicals. A serrated knife edge can be used to pierce the paper and PVA layers to separate individual packets. Reduced water volume in the forming operation avoids compromising the dissolvable paper portion of the hybrid packet. The packet contents can include citric acid and sodium bicarbonate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas E. Loebertmann, Daniel D. Phothirath, Stephen A. Heyer
  • Publication number: 20170095586
    Abstract: A hybrid packet containing deodorizing chemicals can dissolve to release the chemicals in a brine solution while still being formed using high speed packet forming machinery. A hybrid packet can be formed by feeding a sheet of dissolvable paper and a film of PVA material into the packet forming machine to form a hybrid packet having one side formed of the paper and the opposing side formed of the PVA material. The PVA sheet and paper panels are fused together by the machine to form a sealed interior compartment that holds the deodorizing chemicals. A serrated knife edge can be used to pierce the paper and PVA layers to separate individual packets. Reduced water volume in the forming operation avoids compromising the dissolvable paper portion of the hybrid packet. The packet contents can include citric acid and sodium bicarbonate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2016
    Publication date: April 6, 2017
    Inventors: Douglas E. LOEBERTMANN, Daniel D. PHOTHIRATH, Stephen A. HEYER
  • Patent number: 6115971
    Abstract: The present invention includes an enclosure with a floor that include an upper side and a lower side opposing the upper side. The lower side contacts a surface and is reversibly attachable to the surface. The enclosure also includes a sidewall attached to the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2000
    Assignee: Satelite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas E. Loebertmann, Michael Holm
  • Patent number: 5600348
    Abstract: A light pen for use in data imput to data processing equipment, has an adjustable tip assembly wherein the tip switch sensitivity and tactile feel or feedback to the user can be varied according to user preferences and particular applications. In one mode, the pen can be set for a normal, longer throw of the switch, so as to provide and require a definite touch or push action on the part of the user in order to actuate the switch. In another mode, the tip switch characteristics can be adjusted for a very light feel, so as to permit delicate input such as handwriting or drawing. The tip assembly includes an adjustable stop member provided within the tip housing, to provide a variable limit for the travel of the tip structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1997
    Assignee: FTG Data Systems
    Inventors: Paul A. Bartholow, Douglas E. Loebertmann
  • Patent number: D444570
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul A. Pilosi, Darrin M. Swagel, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Daniel J. Koughan, Dean M. Carstens, Douglas E. Loebertmann, Todd Hilde, Richard E. Eliasen
  • Patent number: D447814
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin M. Swagel, Paul A. Pilosi, Micah T. Somers, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Daniel J. Koughan, Douglas E. Loebertmann, Dean M. Carstens
  • Patent number: D354142
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 3, 1995
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: George E. McNamara, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Phillip R. Juaire, Douglas W. Hart, Douglas E. Loebertmann, John E. Paul
  • Patent number: D356851
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 28, 1995
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald J. Holmstadt, Douglas W. Hart, Douglas E. Loebertmann
  • Patent number: D357543
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald J. Holmstadt, Randy R. Zenner, Douglas E. Loebertmann
  • Patent number: D372537
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1996
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas E. Loebertmann