Patents by Inventor Eileen McIntire

Eileen McIntire 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).

  • Publication number: 20250011685
    Abstract: The invention relates to neutral cleaning compositions comprising a surface modification polymer to beneficially aid in removing typical bathroom soils, such as hard water deposits, at a neutral pH. The neutral cleaning compositions effectively remove and/or otherwise assist in general cleaning of difficult bathroom soils without the harsh effects of a traditional acidic cleaning composition and without requiring PPE. Additionally, use of the cleaning composition beneficially aids in and/or improves subsequent cleanings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2024
    Publication date: January 9, 2025
    Inventors: Eileen McIntire, Peter Reed, David Riehm, Jennifer Stokes
  • Publication number: 20240343996
    Abstract: Solid cleaning compositions having optimal dissolution rate of about 1 gram over 1-10 minutes and stability are disclosed. Solid cleaning compositions contain alcohol alkoxylate surfactants with EO of 6 or less and PO of 2 or greater, an alkalinity source(s), a builder, and optional additional functional ingredients are disclosed. Methods of providing concentrate and/or use solutions of the solid cleaning compositions and methods of use thereof are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2024
    Publication date: October 17, 2024
    Inventors: Eileen McIntire, Kelly Anne Rightmire
  • Publication number: 20240002753
    Abstract: Solid cleaning compositions that are safe for contact without the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and have optimal dissolution rate and degreasing performance. In particular, the solid cleaning compositions include a non-hydroxide alkali metal alkalinity source(s), acid(s), water conditioning agent(s), a cleaning surfactant comprising an amphoteric, anionic and/or nonionic surfactant(s) and/or a coating surfactant comprising a nonionic surfactant(s) to provide the optimal dissolution and performance while being PPE-free are disclosed. Methods of providing concentrate and/or use solutions of the solid cleaning compositions and methods of use thereof are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2023
    Publication date: January 4, 2024
    Inventors: Kelly Anne Rightmire, Eileen McIntire, Erik C. Olson, Kerrie E. Walters, Stephan Hubig, Victor Fuk-Pong Man