Patents by Inventor James Sims Reid, Jr.

James Sims Reid, Jr. 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: 5810406
    Abstract: The present invention relates to moldings such as trim strips and, more particularly, to moldings comprising an outer layer and an inner layer which are bonded together mechanically by a plurality of mating lugs and recesses disposed along the interface of the two layers. Ideally, the materials utilized for the first and second layers will be sufficiently compatible such that adhesive bonding will also be accomplished between the layers, without generally requiring a separate adhesive be disposed therebetween. Various methods for manufacturing the moldings in accordance with the teachings of the present invention are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1998
    Assignee: The Standard Products Company
    Inventors: James Sims Reid, Jr., Douglas Neil Malm