Patents by Inventor Joe Kunkel

Joe Kunkel 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).

  • Breaker assembly for refrigerated cabinet
    Patent number: 5876104
    Abstract: An inner liner is installed in an outer shell. A breaker panel assembly has four panels and four corners that form a rectangle. The assembly closes an insulation space around the front door opening between the liner and shell. Retainers on the panels engage the liner and shell. Retainers on the corners engage the panels an permit slight movements of the panels. Foam insulation is injected in the insulation space. The breaker assembly complements the inner door contour to minimize the air gap and exposed surface of the door gasket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1999
    Assignee: White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Joe Kunkel, Glenn Johnson, Kevin Hakala