Patents by Inventor Joseph M. Kasanic

Joseph M. Kasanic 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: 6053591
    Abstract: A cabinet is provided which is uniquely configured for uncomplicated use, particularly in environments with limited space. Specifically, the cabinet has a tambour door. The tambour door includes both a mechanical hinge and a flex hinge. Together the flex hinge and the mechanical hinge cooperate to provide the necessary flexibility to the tambour door. Secondly, this invention also provides an attachment mechanism that allows the cabinet to be assembled in an uncomplicated manner. Specifically, the attachment mechanism utilizes a plurality of joints that are defined by a male anchor portion and a female socket portion. Preferably, the attachment mechanism is integrally formed with the cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventor: Joseph M. Kasanic
  • Patent number: D412626
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventors: Charles S. Johnson, Joseph M. Kasanic