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).
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Patent number: 8408419Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 26, 2008Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: 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
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Patent number: 8241381Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 27, 2008Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: 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
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Patent number: 8021454Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 27, 2008Date of Patent: September 20, 2011Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, IncInventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, Jr., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto
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Publication number: 20100108707Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2008Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventors: 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
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Publication number: 20090320422Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2008Publication date: December 31, 2009Inventors: 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
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Publication number: 20090320426Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2008Publication date: December 31, 2009Inventors: Laura Braunecker, Alice Gordon, Ward Elwood, JR., Timothy J. Peters, Anthony N. Fedel, George I. Nukuto
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Patent number: 7621397Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 15, 2005Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Assignee: 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
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Publication number: 20090236358Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2008Publication date: September 24, 2009Inventors: Carl G. Rippl, Sarah L. Christoffel, George I. Nukuto, Maggie VanderHeiden Berger, Jonathan K. Arendt, Duane L. McDonald, James D. McManus, Marci E. Sojka
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Publication number: 20090127276Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2008Publication date: May 21, 2009Inventors: Carl G. Rippl, Sarah A. Lemke, Craig A. Thoms, James D. McManus, Maggie V. Berger, George I. Nukuto, Edward J. Foley
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Patent number: 7477156Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 17, 2006Date of Patent: January 13, 2009Assignee: 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
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Publication number: 20080217197Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2007Publication date: September 11, 2008Inventors: Timothy J. Peters, Erica Marie Nissen, Edward J. Foley, George I. Nukuto
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Publication number: 20080173704Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2008Publication date: July 24, 2008Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
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Patent number: 7367490Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 5, 2003Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Boise White Paper, L.L.C.Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
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Patent number: D559117Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2007Date of Patent: January 8, 2008Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: George I. Nukuto, Neil P. Williams, Edward J. Kunesh, Ivan Da Barp
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Patent number: D564362Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2007Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: George I. Nukuto, Neil P. Williams, Ivan Da Barp
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Patent number: D568738Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2006Date of Patent: May 13, 2008Assignee: Boise White Paper, L.L.C.Inventors: Christopher G. Forthaus, George I. Nukuto, Scott Belliveau, Dale J. Waite, James L. Pfaffendorf
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Patent number: D621188Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2009Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: 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
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Patent number: D690601Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2012Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: H.J. HeinzInventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer
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Patent number: D690602Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2012Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: H.J. Heinz CompanyInventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer
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Patent number: D697415Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2012Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: H.J. Heinz CompanyInventors: Michael Patrick Bryant, Michael D. McMahon, George I. Nukuto, Jonathan H. Zimmer