Patents by Inventor Gary M. Richter

Gary M. Richter 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: 20120205326
    Abstract: A powered security display device displays items in the retail environment. The display device is configured to removably attach to an item while simultaneously providing power to the device and including an alarm such that if the item is removed without authorization, the alarm is activated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc. (a Wisconsin corporation)
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Ryan Brobst
  • Publication number: 20120205325
    Abstract: A product display system is configured to display small items and signage in a retail environment. The display system includes a front cover that is removably attached to a rear cover by using a key to disengage the front cover from the rear cover. The product display system includes a tether for securing the small item and includes space for attaching signage associated with the item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc. (a Wisconsin corporation)
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Ryan Brobst
  • Patent number: 7681745
    Abstract: A merchandising system provides for the presentation and storage of articles comprising a base having a front and a back, the base being configured to support the articles and defining a first space for containing the articles. In addition, the merchandising system comprises an assembly for advancing the articles toward the front of the base, wherein the assembly comprises a member configured to extend beyond the base to create a second space for containing the articles in addition to the first space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Publication number: 20080314852
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2007
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventors: GARY M. RICHTER, ALLEN E. JOHNSON, M. SCOTT BRYSON, DANIEL J. SHIFFER, TERRENCE G. BERGLUND
  • Publication number: 20080164229
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2007
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Publication number: 20080156752
    Abstract: A merchandising system may comprise a first base comprising a horizontal surface and at least one vertical panel and a member configured to couple the merchandising system to a shelf system. The member may be configured to be provided in a first position where the member engages the shelf system and the member may be configured to be provided in a second position where the member is in a stowed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2005
    Publication date: July 3, 2008
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: M. Scott Bryson, Gary M. Richter, Terrence G. Bgerglund, Allen E. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20080156751
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2008
    Publication date: July 3, 2008
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M.Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Publication number: 20070272634
    Abstract: A merchandising system and methods for merchandising products within a well display case are disclosed. The merchandising system includes a platform movably coupled to a base member and may include an advancement mechanism for automatically advancing multiple rows and/or stacks of products within well display unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2006
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, M. Scott Bryson
  • Patent number: 7168579
    Abstract: A merchandising system provides for the presentation and storage of articles comprising a base having a front and a back, the base being configured to support the articles and defining a first space for containing the articles. In addition, the merchandising system comprises an assembly for advancing the articles toward the front of the base, wherein the assembly comprises a member configured to extend beyond the base to create a second space for containing the articles in addition to the first space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, M. Scott Bryson
  • Patent number: 7124898
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a connector, a first divider coupled to the connector, and a second divider coupled to the connector wherein a compartment of a first size is provided when the first divider is coupled to a portion of the connector and the second divider is coupled to a portion of the connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Patent number: D520776
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Patent number: D531777
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D556965
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D558414
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D650015
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D655641
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2012
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Lee A. Gettelfinger
  • Patent number: D660360
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D778520
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D814734
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2018
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D841274
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter