Patents by Inventor Joseph M. Whall

Joseph M. Whall 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).

  • Sterilized connector apparatus and method of coupling a bioprocessor to a media source
    Patent number: 7488446
    Abstract: A disposable connector apparatus designed for one time use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a telescoping valve formation with an actuation incorporating a one way lock mechanism that cannot be disconnected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2009
    Assignee: Colder Products Company
    Inventors: David W. Meyer, Joseph M. Whall
  • Connector apparatus and method of coupling bioprocessing equipment to a media source
    Patent number: 7163022
    Abstract: A connector apparatus designed for use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a coupler including an end and at least one outlet, and a connector valve connectable at a first end to a fluid source, the connector valve including a valve member, the valve member being partially disposed within the coupler. The connector apparatus further includes a flow passage being actuatable from a closed configuration to an open configuration when the coupler and the connector valve are engaged, as well as being actuatable from an open configuration to a closed configuration. A clip member attached to the coupler allows the valve member to be moved from the closed configuration to the open configuration, and from the open configuration to the closed configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2007
    Assignee: Colder Products Company
    Inventor: Joseph M. Whall
  • Connector apparatus and method of coupling bioprocessor equipment to a media source
    Patent number: 7080665
    Abstract: A connector apparatus designed for use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a coupler including an end and at least one outlet, and a connector valve connectable at a first end to a fluid source, the connector valve including a valve member, the valve member being partially disposed within the coupler. The connector apparatus further includes a flow passage being actuatable from a closed configuration to an open configuration when the coupler and the connector valve are engaged, as well as being actuatable from an open configuration to a closed configuration. A clip member attached to the coupler allows the valve member to be moved from the closed configuration to the open configuration, and from the open configuration to the closed configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2006
    Assignee: Colder Products Company
    Inventor: Joseph M. Whall
  • Connector apparatus and method of coupling bioprocessing equipment to a media source
    Patent number: 6871669
    Abstract: A disposable connector apparatus designed for one time use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a telescoping valve formation with an actuation incorporating a one way lock mechanism that cannot be disconnected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2005
    Assignee: Colder Products Company
    Inventors: David W Meyer, Joseph M. Whall
  • Connector apparatus and method of coupling bioprocessing equipment to a media source
    Publication number: 20020129858
    Abstract: A disposable connector apparatus designed for one time use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a telescoping valve formation with an actuation incorporating a one way lock mechanism that cannot be disconnected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2002
    Publication date: September 19, 2002
    Applicant: COLDER PRODUCTS COMPANY
    Inventors: David W. Meyer, Joseph M. Whall
  • Hand tool for picking up dog litter
    Patent number: D437462
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2001
    Assignee: Miller Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Joseph M. Whall, J. David Bowell