Patents by Inventor Gregory M. Barry

Gregory M. Barry 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: 20070178284
    Abstract: A drinking glass cover comprised of a thin film on a carrier. The film is composed of either a material that clings to smooth surfaces or a material coated with a weak adhesive to remain adhered over the opening of a glass. Optionally, the film material retains its integrity when pierced by a straw or has a straw opening. Optionally, the film material loses its integrity when pierced. Optionally, the film has a tab for easy removal from the carrier. The carrier is a paper, cardboard, or plastic panel to which the film is adhered. Optionally, the carrier is score to facilitate removal of the film. Optionally, carriers are attached to each other in a roll. Optionally, the carriers are detachable from the roll. Optionally, the carrier has a surface coating or layer that facilitates adherence and/or release by the film. Optionally, the carrier can be designed to be used as a coaster before or after the film is removed. Optionally, the carrier and/or film is imprinted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2007
    Publication date: August 2, 2007
    Inventor: Gregory M. Barry