Patents by Inventor George I. Nukuto

George I. Nukuto 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: 8408419
    Abstract: A sheet dispenser is defined by at least six panels having outwardly facing surfaces, wherein at least one of the panels is oriented at an oblique angle with respect to the other panels. Sheets may be dispensed from an opening located on the oblique surface. The sheet dispenser may sit on a surface such as a countertop for dispensing, or may be placed between a wall and other structure attached to the wall such as a towel bar. Furthermore, the sheet dispenser may be hung from a structure using a strap attached to the towel dispenser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl G. Rippl, Sarah L. Christoffel, George I. Nukuto, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jonathan K. Arendt, Duane L. McDonald, James D. McManus, Marci E. Sojka
  • Patent number: 8241381
    Abstract: A disposable air filter that includes: (a) air filtration media; (b) a substantially planar air filter frame providing three-dimensional support for the air filtration media; and (c) an inter-filter gap filler disposed along substantially the entire length of at least one side of an opposed pair of the first or second sides and integrated into the air filter frame is disclosed. The integral inter-filter gap filler reduces gaps between adjacent air filters disposed in a filter track of an air filter bank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, Jr., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto, David M. Matela, Kevin P. McGrath, Alan E. Wright, Bernard J. Bangert, Wanda Jackson, Robert Alan Drew
  • Patent number: 8021454
    Abstract: A disposable air filter sub-assembly that includes: (a) air filtration media; (b) a substantially planar air filter frame providing three-dimensional support for the air filtration media; and (c) an air filter frame-connecting means integrated into the air filter frame. The integrated air filter frame-connecting means are adapted to connect a plurality of identical air filter sub-assemblies into an air filter assembly with sufficient structural strength in at least one direction such that the air filter sub-assemblies resists separation when the air filter assembly is extracted from the filter track of a filter bank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc
    Inventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, Jr., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto
  • Publication number: 20100108707
    Abstract: A method and system of customizing bulk purchases of consumer personal care products are provided. In accordance with the present disclosure, multiple product forms and variants of the product forms may be contained within an integrated display within a retail outlet. The product forms may comprise any suitable personal care products, such as absorbent articles, feminine care products, toiletries, products for infants and children, adult incontinence products, tissue products, and the like. In accordance with the present disclosure, a consumer can select multiple packages based on personal preference that contain various different product forms and/or variants. The consumer is instructed to select a particular number of packages for purchase that total a single bulk price. In this manner, the consumer can take advantage of bulk pricing while still being able to select multiple related personal care products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Publication date: May 6, 2010
    Inventors: Marcille Faye Ruman, Jason R. Boon, Heidi L. Carey, Heidi Bauerlein Hopkins, George I. Nukuto, Abayomi Shonoiki, Louise C. Ellis Coe, Christian Hirthe, Charlcie Christie Kay Leitner, Heather Anne Sorebo, Nancy R. Ver Kuilen
  • Publication number: 20090320422
    Abstract: A disposable air filter that includes: (a) air filtration media; (b) a substantially planar air filter frame providing three-dimensional support for the air filtration media; and (c) an inter-filter gap filler disposed along substantially the entire length of at least one side of an opposed pair of the first or second sides and integrated into the air filter frame is disclosed. The integral inter-filter gap filler reduces gaps between adjacent air filters disposed in a filter track of an air filter bank.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, JR., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto, David M. Matela, Kevin P. McGrath, Alan E. Wright, Bernard J. Bangert, Wanda Jackson, Robert Alan Drew
  • Publication number: 20090320426
    Abstract: A disposable air filter sub-assembly that includes: (a) air filtration media; (b) a substantially planar air filter frame providing three-dimensional support for the air filtration media; and (c) an air filter frame-connecting means integrated into the air filter frame. The integrated air filter frame-connecting means are adapted to connect a plurality of identical air filter sub-assemblies into an air filter assembly with sufficient structural strength in at least one direction such that the air filter sub-assemblies resists separation when the air filter assembly is extracted from the filter track of a filter bank.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, JR., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto
  • Patent number: 7621397
    Abstract: A package for consumable products is disclosed. In one embodiment, the package includes a connecting member that connects a group of products together. The connecting member may comprise one or more bands that partially encircle the products or connect the products along a top surface. In addition, the package configuration may include a locking element that is configured to attach adjacent packages together or to attach the package to an adjacent structure, such as the railing of a shopping cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2009
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Laura L. Boudrie, Ryan M. Patterson, George I. Nukuto, Catherine M. Hancock-Cooke, Janet E. Collins, Pamela J. Hermans, Scott A. Baum
  • Publication number: 20090236358
    Abstract: A sheet dispenser is defined by at least six panels having outwardly facing surfaces, wherein at least one of the panels is oriented at an oblique angle with respect to the other panels. Sheets may be dispensed from an opening located on the oblique surface. The sheet dispenser may sit on a surface such as a countertop for dispensing, or may be placed between a wall and other structure attached to the wall such as a towel bar. Furthermore, the sheet dispenser may be hung from a structure using a strap attached to the towel dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Publication date: September 24, 2009
    Inventors: Carl G. Rippl, Sarah L. Christoffel, George I. Nukuto, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jonathan K. Arendt, Duane L. McDonald, James D. McManus, Marci E. Sojka
  • Publication number: 20090127276
    Abstract: A convertible wiping-substrate dispenser that may be mounted on an upright surface such as a wall or mirror, or combined with a stand for placement on horizontal surface. The dispenser may have a durable or disposable container for the wiping substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventors: Carl G. Rippl, Sarah A. Lemke, Craig A. Thoms, James D. McManus, Maggie V. Berger, George I. Nukuto, Edward J. Foley
  • Patent number: 7477156
    Abstract: Absorbent articles incorporating a wetness sensor for indicating the presence of a body fluid are disclosed. In particular, the absorbent articles include at least two conductive elements that form an open circuit within the article. Each conductive element is connected to a conductive pad member that has sufficient surface area in order to facilitate connection to a signaling device. In accordance with the present disclosure, various attachment mechanisms are disclosed for attaching the pad members to a signaling device. In particular, although the absorbent articles are disposable, the signaling device is intended to be used with multiple absorbent articles. Therefore, a simple and efficient method of connecting the signaling device to the pad members provides various advantages. In one particular embodiment, for instance, the pad members comprise a conductive loop-type material that is attached to a corresponding conductive hook-type material on the signaling device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2009
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Mark Long, Christopher Peter Olson, Shirlee A. Weber, Tom M. Ales, Robert Samuel Schlaupitz, Robert D. Wright, George I. Nukuto, Shawn J. Sullivan
  • Publication number: 20080217197
    Abstract: A package constructed from a carton that contains a removable basket. A pull member is attached to the basket so that the basket may be removed from the carton. The pull member may function as a handle, and may function as a hanger. The basket may include a divider for separating products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Inventors: Timothy J. Peters, Erica Marie Nissen, Edward J. Foley, George I. Nukuto
  • Publication number: 20080173704
    Abstract: A container for shipping and/or storing a stack of paper is disclosed. The container, according to a disclosed embodiment, comprises a bottom wall and first and second upright, opposing side walls extending from respective edges of the bottom wall. First and second shell portions are connected in a pivotal manner to respective edges of the bottom wall. The shell portions are pivotable toward and away from each to close and open the container, respectively. When the container is closed, the stack is securely contained between the shell portions and the side walls for shipping or storing. When the container is opened, at least two opposing sides of the stack are exposed to facilitate removal of paper from the container. A handle for carrying or lifting the container may be coupled to one of the shell portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2008
    Publication date: July 24, 2008
    Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
  • Patent number: 7367490
    Abstract: A container for shipping and/or storing a stack of paper is disclosed. The container, according to a disclosed embodiment, comprises a bottom wall and first and second upright, opposing side walls extending from respective edges of the bottom wall. First and second shell portions are connected in a pivotal manner to respective edges of the bottom wall. The shell portions are pivotable toward and away from each to close and open the container, respectively. When the container is closed, the stack is securely contained between the shell portions and the side walls for shipping or storing. When the container is opened, at least two opposing sides of the stack are exposed to facilitate removal of paper from the container. A handle for carrying or lifting the container may be coupled to one of the shell portions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2008
    Assignee: Boise White Paper, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
  • Patent number: D559117
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2008
    Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: George I. Nukuto, Neil P. Williams, Edward J. Kunesh, Ivan Da Barp
  • Patent number: D564362
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: George I. Nukuto, Neil P. Williams, Ivan Da Barp
  • Patent number: D568738
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2008
    Assignee: Boise White Paper, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
  • Patent number: D621188
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Jennifer Lynn Brock, Jonathan Kyle Arendt, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Sarah Lee Christoffel, Katie Rose Lodholz Hinrichs, Lorrie Lynn Krynock, Christine Marie Mau, Duane Lyle McDonald, James D. McManus, George I. Nukuto, Carl Gerard Rippl, Marci Elizabeth Sojka
  • Patent number: D690601
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2013
    Assignee: H.J. Heinz
    Inventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer
  • Patent number: D690602
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2013
    Assignee: H.J. Heinz Company
    Inventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer
  • Patent number: D697415
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: H.J. Heinz Company
    Inventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer