Patents by Inventor Gerald H. Davis
Gerald H. Davis 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: 8607423Abstract: A casket system includes a casket container and a movable platform. The casket container has a bottom, and includes a plurality of rollers supported by said bottom. The movable platform is disposed within the casket container. The movable platform including slots extending through the platform and aligned horizontally with the plurality of rollers, the movable platform having a raised position and a lowered position, wherein at least a portion of a first number of the plurality of rollers extend through the slots and stand proud the movable platform in the lowered position, and a portion of fewer than the first number of the plurality of rulers stand proud the movable platform in the raised position.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2011Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole, Gary L. Cox
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Patent number: 8595908Abstract: A casket includes a lid and a container. The container is configured to receive the lid in a first configuration for shipping, and in a second configuration for funereal purposes. In general, the lid in the first configuration is detached and inverted with respect to the second configuration, particularly when the lid is closed in the second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2010Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis
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Publication number: 20130174378Abstract: A retractable handle arrangement for a casket includes an elongate handle member, a rigid rod, and a stopper member. The elongate handle member has a length extending parallel to a side panel of the casket, and has a through-hole extending transverse to the length. The rigid rod extends through the through-hole of the handle member. The rigid rod has a first end and a second end, the first end having a head. The head has a diameter exceeding a diameter of at least a part of the through-hole. The rigid rod extends through a side panel opening such that the second end is disposed within an interior of the casket. The stopper member is fixedly supported on the rigid rod within the interior of the casket. The stopper member has a diameter that exceeds a diameter of at least a portion of the side panel opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Applicant: VANDOR CORPORATIONInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole, Gary L. Cox, Richard D. Brown
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Publication number: 20130160258Abstract: A casket system includes a casket container and a movable platform. The casket container has a bottom, and includes a plurality of rollers supported by said bottom. The movable platform is displosed within the casket container. The movable platform including slots extending through the platform and aligned horizontally with the plurality of rollers, the movable platform having a raised position and a lowered position, wherein at least a portion of a first number of the plurality of rollers extend through the slots and stand proud the movable platform in the lowered position, and a portion of fewer than the first number of the plurality of rulers stand proud the movable platform in the raised position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2011Publication date: June 27, 2013Applicant: VANDOR CORPORATIONInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole, Gary L. Cox
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Patent number: 8375535Abstract: A casket assembly includes a bottom panel, side panels, end panels, and mechanically strengthening insert. The bottom panel is formed of a pliable material. The side panels are formed intrinsically with the bottom panel. Each side panel includes a lower section and an upper section foldably attached thereto. The lower section extends vertically upward from the bottom panel. In a first configuration, the upper section extends upward from the lower section. In a second configuration, the upper section extends in a direction other than vertically upward from the lower section. The mechanically strengthening insert is disposed at least in part adjacent the lower section of at least one side panel. The end panels are formed intrinsically with the bottom panel.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2012Date of Patent: February 19, 2013Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 8349242Abstract: A method of molding a flange uses a first tool element and a second opposing tool element. The first tool element defines a negative of at least a portion of a first side of a flange, and the second tool element defines a negative of at least a portion of the second side of the flange. The method includes providing a set of blocks for insertion into a plurality of recesses in the second tool element, the set of blocks insertable in a plurality of configurations, each configuration defining a negative of a set of retention features on the second side of the flange. The plurality of configurations define differing configurations of retention features on the second side. The method also includes inserting at least some blocks into the second tool element to form a selected one of the plurality of configurations, and performing injection molding using the first tool element and the second tool element.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2009Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole, Gerald H. Davis
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Publication number: 20120199683Abstract: A reel assembly includes first and second flanges, a core body disposed between the first and second flanges, and a core plug. The core body has a central axis extending in a longitudinal direction between the first and second flanges. The core plug is coupled to the core body, and includes at least a first structure disposed at least in part radially inward of the core body toward the central axis. A plurality of fasteners couples the first flange to the first structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2011Publication date: August 9, 2012Applicant: VANDOR CORPORATIONInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis
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Publication number: 20120124793Abstract: A casket assembly includes a bottom panel, side panels, end panels, and mechanically strengthening insert. The bottom panel is formed of a pliable material. The side panels are formed intrinsically with the bottom panel. Each side panel includes a lower section and an upper section foldably attached thereto. The lower section extends vertically upward from the bottom panel. In a first configuration, the upper section extends upward from the lower section. In a second configuration, the upper section extends in a direction other than vertically upward from the lower section. The mechanically strengthening insert is disposed at least in part adjacent the lower section of at least one side panel. The end panels are formed intrinsically with the bottom panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2012Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: VANDOR CORPORATIONInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole
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Publication number: 20120104139Abstract: A braking mechanism for a reel stand has been developed. The braking mechanism is affixed to a reel support member. The reel support member is configured to rotatably support at least a part of a reel. The braking mechanism includes a brake lever connected to the reel support member at a pivot point, and a braking member connected to the brake lever. The pivot point is offset from an axis of rotation of a reel supported by the reel support member. The braking member is configured to be positionable against the reel supported by the reel support member with an adjustable braking force.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2011Publication date: May 3, 2012Applicant: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole, Gary L. Cox
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Publication number: 20120104147Abstract: A flange for a reel for supporting a wound flexible medium includes a plate member and a set of support elements. The reel includes an elongate core defining a longitudinal core axis. The plate member engages the core and extends radially from the core toward an outer edge and has an axially inclined media engaging surface. The set of support elements have a height extending from the plate member in the axial direction, and a length extending radially, at least a first support element extending radially from proximate the core to proximate the outer edge. The axial distance between the plate member and a top of the first support element proximate the outer edge is less than an axial distance between the plate member and the top of the first support element proximate the core.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2011Publication date: May 3, 2012Applicant: VANDOR COPORATIONInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis
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Patent number: 8104151Abstract: A casket assembly includes a casket body, lid, and insert. The body may be arranged in at least two configurations, one of which is a low profile arrangement that allows for a reduced shipping volume. The insert is made from a leak resistant material, and fits inside the casket body. The profile of the shipping configuration is not altered when the insert is in place. The lid fits both configurations of the casket body. Handholds on the casket are spaced off-center to better distribute the weight of the contents.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2006Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gary L. Cox, Gerald H. Davis, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 8087864Abstract: A connecting pin includes a head and a body having a first end connected to the head. The body includes an underside having at least one surface arranged on a first plane parallel to a longitudinal direction. The body also includes a nose at a second end, the nose having an lower surface that extends upwardly and outwardly from the body underside. The body further includes an inclined surface extending to from an upper surface of the nose in the direction of the head.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2008Date of Patent: January 3, 2012Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Publication number: 20090273120Abstract: A method of molding a flange uses a first tool element and a second opposing tool element. The first tool element defines a negative of at least a portion of a first side of a flange, and the second tool element defines a negative of at least a portion of the second side of the flange. The method includes providing a set of blocks for insertion into a plurality of recesses in the second tool element, the set of blocks insertable in a plurality of configurations, each configuration defining a negative of a set of retention features on the second side of the flange. The plurality of configurations define differing configurations of retention features on the second side. The method also includes inserting at least some blocks into the second tool element to form a selected one of the plurality of configurations, and performing injection molding using the first tool element and the second tool element.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2009Publication date: November 5, 2009Applicant: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole, Gerald H. Davis
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Publication number: 20090120333Abstract: A connecting pin includes a head and a body having a first end connected to the head. The body includes an underside having at least one surface arranged on a first plane parallel to a longitudinal direction. The body also includes a nose at a second end, the nose having an lower surface that extends upwardly and outwardly from the body underside. The body further includes an inclined surface extending to from an upper surface of the nose in the direction of the head.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2008Publication date: May 14, 2009Inventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 7350278Abstract: A rental casket system includes a casket with a recessed side panel for ease of viewing. The casket includes a removable end piece which is one embodiment is located within grooves formed in the side panels of the casket. The grooves widen near the upper portion of the side panels and are partially covered by a top panel. The rental casket system may further include a tray assembly that may be used as part of a cremation casket. The tray has short side walls and an inner assembly that prevents contact with a deceased when handholds in the tray assembly are used to move the tray assembly. The tray assembly includes side walls that are movably attached to end walls. Lids are provided with the tray so that the tray may also be used as an identification tray.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: April 1, 2008Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 7322079Abstract: A tray assembly may be used in a rental casket system that includes a casket with a recessed side panel for ease of viewing. The casket includes a removable end piece which is one embodiment is located within grooves formed in the side panels of the casket. The grooves widen near the upper portion of the side panels and are partially covered by a top panel. The tray assembly that may be used as part of a cremation casket. The tray has short side walls and an inner assembly that prevents contact with a deceased when handholds in the tray assembly are used to move the tray assembly. The tray assembly includes side walls that are movably attached to end walls. Lids are provided with the tray so that the tray may also be used as an identification tray.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: January 29, 2008Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 7263751Abstract: A casket assembly includes a container and a two-piece lid. The two-piece lid includes a superior lid that covers the anterior end of the casket and an inferior lid that covers the opposite end. The container includes a bottom panel, an inferior end panel, a superior end panel, and two elongated side panels. Each elongated side portion has a recessed portion on the superior end of the casket for providing an improved viewing of the deceased. In one embodiment, the casket panels each include a plurality of mortise holes and/or tenons. The tenons on individual panels are designed to fit into the mortise holes on other panels. Pins are placed through pinholes on the tenons to retain the tenons in the mortise holes. A shelf and bracket assembly may be provided for use in displaying mementos of the deceased and/or for supporting the inferior casket lid.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 7249403Abstract: A casket assembly includes a container and a two-piece lid. The two-piece lid includes a superior lid that covers the anterior end of the casket and an inferior lid that covers the opposite end. The container includes a bottom panel, an inferior end panel, a superior end panel, and two elongated side panels. Each elongated side portion has a recessed portion on the superior end of the casket for providing an improved viewing of the deceased. In one embodiment, the casket panels each include a plurality of mortise holes and/or tenons. The tenons on individual panels are designed to fit into the mortise holes on other panels. Pins are placed through pinholes on the tenons to retain the tenons in the mortise holes. A shelf and bracket assembly may be provided for use in displaying mementos of the deceased and/or for supporting the inferior casket lid.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: July 31, 2007Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole
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Patent number: 7249402Abstract: A casket assembly includes a container and a two-piece lid. The two-piece lid includes a superior lid that covers the anterior end of the casket and an inferior lid that covers the opposite end. The container includes a bottom panel, an inferior end panel, a superior end panel, and two elongated side panels. Each elongated side portion has a recessed portion on the superior end of the casket for providing an improved viewing of the deceased. In one embodiment, the casket panels each include a plurality of mortise holes and/or tenons. The tenons on individual panels are designed to fit into the mortise holes on other panels. Pins are placed through pinholes on the tenons to retain the tenons in the mortise holes. A shelf and bracket assembly may be provided for use in displaying mementos of the deceased and/or for supporting the inferior casket lid.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: July 31, 2007Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole, Suzy O'Donnell
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Patent number: 7234211Abstract: A casket assembly includes a container and a two-piece lid. The two-piece lid includes a superior lid that covers the anterior end of the casket and an inferior lid that covers the opposite end. The container includes a bottom panel, an inferior end panel, a superior end panel, and two elongated side panels. Each elongated side portion has a recessed portion on the superior end of the casket for providing an improved viewing of the deceased. In one embodiment, the casket panels each include a plurality of mortise holes and/or tenons. The tenons on individual panels are designed to fit into the mortise holes on other panels. Pins are placed through pinholes on the tenons to retain the tenons in the mortise holes. A shelf and bracket assembly may be provided for use in displaying mementos of the deceased and/or for supporting the inferior casket lid.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2004Date of Patent: June 26, 2007Assignee: Vandor CorporationInventors: Gerald H. Davis, Gary L. Cox, Chad L. Eversole