Patents by Inventor Joshua Platt
Joshua Platt 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: 10968018Abstract: An apparatus (100, 200, 400, 500, 600) includes a stack (110, 310) having a plurality of connected tie web sheets (106, 306) and an image (114) disposed on each of the tie web sheets (106, 306), wherein the image (114) is the same on each tie web sheet (106, 306) and is disposed in overlay registration from sheet (106, 306) to sheet (106, 306). Each tie web sheet (106, 306) includes a plurality of twist ties (104, 304), each twist tie (104, 304) having a proximal end (118) and a distal end (120), each twist tie (104, 304) being removably attached to the stack (110, 310) at its proximal end (118). A method of dispensing a plurality of twist ties (104, 304) includes mounting a stack (110, 310) within reach of a user and displaying an image (114) disposed on each of the tie web sheets (106, 306). Removal of a twist tie (104, 304) of the plurality of twist ties (104, 304) of the stack (110, 310) does not alter the image (114) viewable by the user.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2015Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: BEDFORD INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Kim A. Milbrandt, Debra Kay Houseman, Jeffery Scott Maltas, Colin O'Donnell, Joshua Platt, David Schiller, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Publication number: 20210070089Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2020Publication date: March 11, 2021Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 10875349Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2019Date of Patent: December 29, 2020Assignee: BEDFORD INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Publication number: 20190255873Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2019Publication date: August 22, 2019Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 10322600Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2018Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: Bedford Industries, Inc.Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 10118430Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2016Date of Patent: November 6, 2018Assignee: Bedford Industries, Inc.Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Publication number: 20180194154Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2018Publication date: July 12, 2018Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 9947247Abstract: A labelling tie (10) includes a tie portion (14), a wire assembly (24), and a bib portion (16) connected to the tie portion. The tie portion (10) has a first arm (18-R), a mid-segment, and a second arm (18-L). Spaced apart perforations (20) intersect each of the first and second arms. The wire assembly (24) has a retention wire (26) that spans across the first arm, the mid-segment, and the second arm. A sheet of labelling ties (62) includes separably connected labelling ties. A method attaches a labelling tie to an item or a group of items. The method includes wrapping the first arm (18-R) and second arm (18-L) around at least one object (12, 12?), allowing the first and second arms to meet at a location with a portion of the first arm and a portion of the second arm extending past the location, and twisting the first and second arm portions together, thereby securing the tie portion around the object(s).Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2015Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: BEDFORD INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Jay Milbrandt, Colin O'Donnell, Joshua Platt, David Schiller, Axel Wass, Michael Schultz, Jeffrey Tschetter, Terry Langland
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Publication number: 20170236455Abstract: A labelling tie (10) includes a tie portion (14), a wire assembly (24), and a bib portion (16) connected to the tie portion. The tie portion (10) has a first arm (18-R), a mid-segment, and a second arm (18-L). Spaced apart perforations (20) intersect each of the first and second arms. The wire assembly (24) has a retention wire (26) that spans across the first arm, the mid-segment, and the second arm. A sheet of labelling ties (62) includes separably connected labelling ties. A method attaches a labelling tie to an item or a group of items. The method includes wrapping the first arm (18-R) and second arm (18-L) around at least one object (12, 12?), allowing the first and second arms to meet at a location with a portion of the first arm and a portion of the second arm extending past the location, and twisting the first and second arm portions together, thereby securing the tie portion around the object(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2015Publication date: August 17, 2017Inventors: Jay Milbrandt, Colin O'Donnell, Joshua Platt, David Schiller, Axel Wass, Michael Schultz, Jeffrey Tschetter, Terry Langland
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Publication number: 20170129670Abstract: An apparatus (100, 200, 400, 500, 600) includes a stack (110, 310) having a plurality of connected tie web sheets (106, 306) and an image (114) disposed on each of the tie web sheets (106, 306), wherein the image (114) is the same on each tie web sheet (106, 306) and is disposed in overlay registration from sheet (106, 306) to sheet (106, 306). Each tie web sheet (106, 306) includes a plurality of twist ties (104, 304), each twist tie (104, 304) having a proximal end (118) and a distal end (120), each twist tie (104, 304) being removably attached to the stack (110, 310) at its proximal end (118). A method of dispensing a plurality of twist ties (104, 304) includes mounting a stack (110, 310) within reach of a user and displaying an image (114) disposed on each of the tie web sheets (106, 306). Removal of a twist tie (104, 304) of the plurality of twist ties (104, 304) of the stack (110, 310) does not alter the image (114) viewable by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2015Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: Kim A. Milbrandt, Debra Kay Houseman, Jeffery Scott Maltas, Colin O'Donnell, Joshua Platt, David Schiller, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Publication number: 20160303888Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2016Publication date: October 20, 2016Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 9403610Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2014Date of Patent: August 2, 2016Assignee: Bedford Industries, Inc.Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 9221361Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for a spring assisted energy attenuating seating system. In one embodiment the seating system includes a seat mounted for guided, sliding vertical movement up and down a stationary vertically oriented column inside the vehicle, and a locking mechanism for releasably locking the seat to the column at a plurality of vertical positions. The system may further include a lift spring connected between the seat and support column configured to apply a constant upward force to the seat.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2014Date of Patent: December 29, 2015Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises LLCInventors: Joshua Platt, Loren K. Aragon
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Patent number: 8888161Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for an energy attenuating seat assembly with multi-axis energy attenuation. In one embodiment the seat assembly comprises a seat with a back, a first energy attenuating support comprising a first seat guide, and a first energy attenuating link, the first energy attenuating support operatively disposed in a first direction with respect to the seat. The exemplary seat assembly further comprises a second energy attenuating support comprising a second seat guide, and a second energy attenuating link, the second energy attenuating support operatively disposed in a second direction with respect to the seat.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2014Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises LLCInventors: Loren K. Aragon, D. Brent Noel, Joshua Platt, Terry Wilhelm
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Patent number: 8840163Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for an energy attenuating seat and litter support for use in a vehicle. In one exemplary embodiment the energy attenuating seat and litter support includes a seat with a folding back that is lockable in both an upright position for seating, and a folded down, horizontal position. The exemplary embodiment may further comprise a litter mounting fixture accessible when the seat back is in the folded down, horizontal position, and an energy attenuation device disposed to provide energy attenuation for a litter supported by the litter mounting fixture.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2013Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises LLCInventors: Terry Wilhelm, Joshua Platt
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Publication number: 20140217718Abstract: A tie article that includes an attachment portion and a bib portion, where the bib portion includes at least one arm segment and at least one closure device (e.g., a retention wire, tin tie, clasp tie, and the like), where the attachment portion and the bib portion are integrally fabricated from a printed sheet having a first surface and a polymeric film adhered to the first surface of the printed sheet such that the closure device(s) is disposed between the first surface of the printed sheet and the polymeric film at the attachment portion. Multiple tie articles may be manufactured with an in-line process.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: Bedford Industries, Inc.Inventors: Colin O'Donnell, David Schiller, Mike Schultz, Axel Wass, Terry Langland, Joshua Platt, Jay Milbrandt, Jeffrey Tschetter
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Patent number: 8678465Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for an energy attenuating seat assembly with multi-axis energy attenuation. In one embodiment the seat assembly comprises a seat with a back, a first energy attenuating support comprising a first seat guide, and a first energy attenuating link, the first energy attenuating support operatively disposed in a first direction with respect to the seat. The exemplary seat assembly further comprises a second energy attenuating support comprising a second seat guide, and a second energy attenuating link, the second energy attenuating support operatively disposed in a second direction with respect to the seat.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2011Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises LLCInventors: Loren K. Aragon, Terry Wilhelm, D. Brent Noel, Joshua Platt
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Patent number: 8550553Abstract: Designs and methods are provided for a side mounted energy attenuating vehicle seat. In one exemplary embodiment the seat comprises a rigid base with a first side, and a substantially vertically oriented mounting plate adjacent the first side of the base. The exemplary seat further comprises a vertical slide mechanism comprising a fixed portion attached to the mounting plate, and a sliding portion attached to the first side of the base, the mechanism configured to allow for a downward stroke of the base relative to the mounting plate. A roller is attached to the first side of the base substantially below the point of attachment to the sliding portion of the vertical slide mechanism, and configured to roll in a vertical direction while bearing against the mounting plate, and supporting the seat base in a horizontal orientation. An energy attenuating member is positioned so as to prevent the seat from stroking downward relative to the mounting plate during normal use.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2011Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises LLCInventors: Douglas Richard Clark, Terry Wilhelm, Joshua Platt
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Publication number: 20100058250Abstract: A computer-executed method for editing a numeric chart includes displaying a numeric chart having at least one object with a dimension representing a variable and positioning a cursor in the object. A numeric value of the variable is displayed near the object in response to positioning the cursor in the object. In response to receiving a command to change the value of the variable, the displayed value and the dimension are changed to correspond to the changed value. The chart may be edited by moving an element of the object with a cursor and presenting a readout of the value of the variable at or near the location of the cursor. The chart may be edited by changing a location of an element of the object in response to entry of a value in an entry field that is at least partly within the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2008Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: SmartDraw.comInventors: Paul Stannard, Steven Niles, Joshua Platt
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Patent number: D657312Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2011Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Armorworks Enterprises, LLCInventors: Loren K. Aragon, Matthew J. Dixon, D. Brent Noel, Joshua Platt