Patents by Inventor Jeffrey Garfinkle
Jeffrey Garfinkle 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: 10407233Abstract: A method of loading a flexible enclosure, and the flexible enclosure. The enclosure has a floor, a sealable port, and a top enclosure. The top enclosure has an opening that is sealingly closable with an airtight closure. The method includes the steps of selecting a parking location for the enclosure, and positioning the enclosure over the parking location. Equipment, such as a vehicle is loaded in the enclosure. The enclosure is sealed, and the internal atmosphere of the enclosure is modified, such as lowering the oxygen content of the interior atmosphere.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2017Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Assignee: Plank Road Technologies, LLCInventors: Troy Town, Derrel Thomas, Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Patent number: 9895651Abstract: An apparatus comprising an inert gas generator having an outlet and an inlet, and a secure enclosure having an outlet and an inlet. The outlet of the secure enclosure is connected to the inlet of the inert gas generator and the secure enclosure supplies inert gas enriched air having a first oxygen content percentage from the outlet of the secure enclosure to the inlet of the inert gas generator. The inert gas generator is configured to operate on the inert gas enriched air having a first oxygen content percentage to form inert gas enriched air having a second oxygen content percentage, wherein the second oxygen content percentage is substantially lower than the first oxygen content percentage. The inert gas generator may be a membrane inert gas generator. The inert gas generator may be a pressure swing adsorption inert gas generator. The inert gas may be nitrogen.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2016Date of Patent: February 20, 2018Inventors: Jeffrey Garfinkle, Charles Michael Flowe
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Publication number: 20170233122Abstract: A system and method for reducing the oxygen content in a storage/transportation device. The system includes a flexible bag type enclosure, a source if inert gas, and a source of vacuum. The enclosure has sealable input and output ports. The system has a vent to the atmosphere. In use, the interior enclosure environment is suctioned down, and re-pressurized with an inert gas. Sever suction/infusion cycles may be necessary, with possible recirculation taking place between or during cycles.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2015Publication date: August 17, 2017Applicant: PLANK ROAD TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Derrel C. THOMAS, Jeffrey GARFINKLE
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Publication number: 20170216764Abstract: An apparatus comprising an inert gas generator having an outlet and an inlet, and a secure enclosure having an outlet and an inlet. The outlet of the secure enclosure is connected to the inlet of the inert gas generator and the secure enclosure supplies inert gas enriched air having a first oxygen content percentage from the outlet of the secure enclosure to the inlet of the inert gas generator. The inert gas generator is configured to operate on the inert gas enriched air having a first oxygen content percentage to form inert gas enriched air having a second oxygen content percentage, wherein the second oxygen content percentage is substantially lower than the first oxygen content percentage. The inert gas generator may be a membrane inert gas generator. The inert gas generator may be a pressure swing adsorption inert gas generator. The inert gas may be nitrogen.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2016Publication date: August 3, 2017Applicant: PLANK ROAD TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Jeffrey Garfinkle, Charles Michael Flowe
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Patent number: 7222740Abstract: An apparatus including an open box structure having a top, a first side, a second side, a third side, and a fourth side, an inner chamber bound by the top, first, second, third, and fourth sides, and an opening leading to the inner chamber, is disclosed. The first side may be opposite the second side. The apparatus may include a first strap having a first end attached to the first side of the open box structure and a second end. The first strap may be of sufficient length so that the second end of the first strap can be pulled across the opening of the open box structure and attached to the second side of the open box structure, when the open box structure is fully extended. The first strap and/or a second similar strap may be used to secure the open box structure and freight within the open box structure to a pallet.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2003Date of Patent: May 29, 2007Assignee: Freight Glove Technologies, LLCInventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Publication number: 20060115045Abstract: A comprehensive and effective system at detecting unauthorized hazardous materials such as explosives potentially placed by terrorists in cargo or freight, such as air cargo, is disclosed. The system is cost effective and is non-disruptive to shippers of cargo. The system provided in one or more embodiments is capable of virtually guaranteeing the continuous security and integrity of cargo or freight during the storage and transit process. The system provides a combination of advanced x-ray technology and packaging technology. A method is disclosed comprising the steps of applying X-rays with an X-ray machine to freight and placing a cover on the freight. The step of placing the cover on the freight may include locking the cover on the freight with a lock. The lock may include an electronic memory, which is programmed with a unique code, which identifies the freight and indicates whether it has been tampered with.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2005Publication date: June 1, 2006Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Patent number: 6982643Abstract: A comprehensive and effective system at detecting unauthorized hazardous materials such as explosives potentially placed by terrorists in cargo or freight, such as air cargo, is disclosed. The system is cost effective and is non-disruptive to shippers of cargo. The system provided in one or more embodiments is capable of virtually guaranteeing the continuous security and integrity of cargo or freight during the storage and transit process. The system provides a combination of advanced x-ray technology and packaging technology. A method is disclosed comprising the steps of applying X-rays with an X-ray machine to freight and placing a cover on the freight. The step of placing the cover on the freight may include locking the cover on the freight with a lock. The lock may include an electronic memory, which is programmed with a unique code, which identifies the freight and indicates whether it has been tampered with.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2002Date of Patent: January 3, 2006Assignee: Freight Glove Technologies, LLCInventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Publication number: 20050171812Abstract: An apparatus and method for enclosing freight to protect it from tampering is disclosed. The apparatus is a flexible, durable two-piece freight cover having a top piece and a bottom piece. The bottom piece is dimensioned to receive the freight and the top piece is dimensioned to cover the freight and join with the bottom piece via at least one zipper. A locking device is inserted through a loop on the zipper to prevent the zipper from unzipping and to lock the freight within the enclosure.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2005Publication date: August 4, 2005Inventors: Jeffrey Garfinkle, Pasquale Maglione
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Patent number: 6907712Abstract: A freight protection apparatus is disclosed which includes an enclosure for protecting freight shaped in the from of an open box, having an opening, first, second, third, and fourth sides, and a top portion, which enclose a chamber. The enclosure may have attached to it first and second straps which can be used to securely attach the enclosure to freight or to a collection of freight. The first and second straps each may have a first end which is in the form of a loop and a second end which is attached to an attachment device. The first and second straps can be connected together to attach the enclosure to the freight. First and second metal plates may be provided to further prevent the enclosure from being separated from the collection of freight. Locks with unique serial numbers may be provided for locking the first and second straps together. A method is disclosed comprising placing such an enclosure over a collection freight, and securing said enclosure to said freight.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2002Date of Patent: June 21, 2005Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Publication number: 20040066887Abstract: A comprehensive and effective system at detecting unauthorized hazardous materials such as explosives potentially placed by terrorists in cargo or freight, such as air cargo, is disclosed. The system is cost effective and is non-disruptive to shippers of cargo. The system provided in one or more embodiments is capable of virtually guaranteeing the continuous security and integrity of cargo or freight during the storage and transit process. The system provides a combination of advanced x-ray technology and packaging technology. A method is disclosed comprising the steps of applying X-rays with an X-ray machine to freight and placing a cover on the freight. The step of placing the cover on the freight may include locking the cover on the freight with a lock. The lock may include an electronic memory, which is programmed with a unique code, which identifies the freight and indicates whether it has been tampered with.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2002Publication date: April 8, 2004Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Publication number: 20040035872Abstract: An apparatus including an open box structure having a top, a first side, a second side, a third side, and a fourth side, an inner chamber bound by the top, first, second, third, and fourth sides, and an opening leading to the inner chamber, is disclosed. The first side may be opposite the second side. The apparatus may include a first strap having a first end attached to the first side of the open box structure and a second end. The first strap may be of sufficient length so that the second end of the first strap can be pulled across the opening of the open box structure and attached to the second side of the open box structure, when the open box structure is fully extended. The first strap and/or a second similar strap may be used to secure the open box structure and freight within the open box structure to a pallet.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2003Publication date: February 26, 2004Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Publication number: 20030168449Abstract: A serial number can be applied to a lock. The lock can be used to lock a freight enclosure. The freight enclosure can be transported. The serial number can be checked after transport of the freight enclosure to see if the serial number is correct. The lock may be a seal which can only be opened by breaking the lock. The lock can be checked to see if the lock has been broken after transport of the freight enclosure. If the lock has been broken, an indication can be placed in a log book that the lock has been broken or of an entity who last sent the freight enclosure. The freight enclosure may be checked for rips. The serial number may be applied by engraving.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2003Publication date: September 11, 2003Inventors: Jeffrey Garfinkle, Pasquale Maglione
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Publication number: 20030074334Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising locking a freight enclosure with a lock so that freight inside the freight enclosure can be accessed only by breaking the lock or by damaging the freight enclosure. The lock typically has a serial number which can be seen by an agent receiving the lock unless the lock has been defaced. The method may include transporting the freight enclosure, and thereafter checking the lock to make sure it is not broken, the serial number to make sure it is correct, and the freight enclosure to make sure it is not damaged. An entry may be made in a log book, noting the last entity to send the freight enclosure, if these conditions are not satisfied.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2002Publication date: April 17, 2003Inventors: Jeffrey Garfinkle, Pasquale Maglione
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Publication number: 20020096516Abstract: A freight protection apparatus is disclosed which includes an enclosure for protecting freight shaped in the from of an open box, having an opening, first, second, third, and fourth sides, and a top portion, which enclose a chamber. The enclosure may have attached to it first and second straps which can be used to securely attach the enclosure to freight or to a collection of freight. The first and second straps each may have a first end which is in the form of a loop and a second end which is attached to an attachment device. The first and second straps can be connected together to attach the enclosure to the freight. First and second metal plates may be provided to further prevent the enclosure from being separated from the collection of freight. Locks with unique serial numbers may be provided for locking the first and second straps together. A method is disclosed comprising placing such an enclosure over a collection freight, and securing said enclosure to said freight.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2002Publication date: July 25, 2002Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Patent number: 6370568Abstract: An apparatus is provided comprised of a digital camera having a button, a processor connected to the digital camera, and a telecommunications line connected to the processor. When the button of the digital camera is pressed the digital camera creates a digital image and sends the digital image to the processor. The processor sends the digital image out to the telecommunications line. The processor may automatically send the digital image out or may wait for inputs from a user before it sends the digital image out. The processor can be connected to an interactive device such as a computer keyboard or computer mouse. The processor is adaptable to receive a user input in the form of an electronic mailing address and the processor can send the digital image out on the telecommunications line to the electronic mailing address. The processor produces a first screen on a computer monitor.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2000Date of Patent: April 9, 2002Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle
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Patent number: 6161131Abstract: An apparatus is provided comprised of a digital camera having a button, a processor connected to the digital camera, and a telecommunications line connected to the processor. When the button of the digital camera is pressed the digital camera creates a digital image and sends the digital image to the processor. The processor sends the digital image out to the telecommunications line. The processor may automatically send the digital image out or may wait for inputs from a user before it sends the digital image out. The processor can be connected to an interactive device such as a computer keyboard or computer mouse. The processor is adaptable to receive a user input in the form of an electronic mailing address and the processor can send the digital image out on the telecommunications line to the electronic mailing address. The processor produces a first screen on a computer monitor.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 1998Date of Patent: December 12, 2000Inventor: Jeffrey Garfinkle