Patents by Inventor Kroy D. Johnson
Kroy D. Johnson 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: 11712377Abstract: Absorbent articles of the present disclosure may be constructed with a secondary liner sheet placed on top of a body facing liner of the articles configured to form a pocket. The pocket provides a barrier, thereby separating a front region of the absorbent articles from a rear region. In this manner, the absorbent articles of the present disclosure may reduce the spread of bodily exudates throughout the articles. The reduced spreading of exudates may help to keep skin healthy by reducing the amount of skin exposed to the skin irritants within the exudates and/or by preventing additional skin irritants from being created by preventing the mixing of BM and urine, at least in proximity to the skin of the wearer.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2017Date of Patent: August 1, 2023Assignee: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: David J. Enz, Patrick R. Lord, Kroy D. Johnson, Matthew R. Jones, Daniel J. Grassl, Kyle M. Barriger
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Patent number: 11365495Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process and apparatus for formation of a fluid-entangled laminate web. The laminate web includes a support layer and a nonwoven projection web having a plurality of projections which are preferably hollow. The laminate web also includes a plurality of apertures interspersed with the projections. As a result of the fluid-entangling process, entangling fluid is directed through the support layer and into the projection web which is situated on a forming surface. The force of the entangling fluid causes the two layers to be joined to one another and the fluid causes a portion of the fibers in the projection web to be forced into openings present in a forming surface thereby forming the hollow projections. The force of the entangling fluid also causes the fibers of the two layers to be moved around protrusions present in the forming surface thereby forming the apertures.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2017Date of Patent: June 21, 2022Assignee: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Mark J. Beitz, Stacy E. Evenson, Andrew T. Hammond, Sarah Kleuskens, Amy Q. Feng, Patrick D. Abney, Kevin G. Dolan, Robert M. Hill, Kroy D. Johnson, Niall Finn, Andy Butler, Danielle Kirby, Phil Penaia
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Publication number: 20200378044Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process and apparatus for formation of a fluid-entangled laminate web. The laminate web includes a support layer and a nonwoven projection web having a plurality of projections which are preferably hollow. The laminate web also includes a plurality of apertures interspersed with the projections. As a result of the fluid-entangling process, entangling fluid is directed through the support layer and into the projection web which is situated on a forming surface. The force of the entangling fluid causes the two layers to be joined to one another and the fluid causes a portion of the fibers in the projection web to be forced into openings present in a forming surface thereby forming the hollow projections. The force of the entangling fluid also causes the fibers of the two layers to be moved around protrusions present in the forming surface thereby forming the apertures.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2017Publication date: December 3, 2020Inventors: Mark J. Beitz, Stacy E. Evenson, Andrew T. Hammond, Sarah Kleuskens, Amy Q. Feng, Patrick D. Abney, Kevin G. Dolan, Robert M. Hill, Kroy D. Johnson, Niall Finn, Andy Butler, Danielle Kirby, Phil Penaia
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Publication number: 20190380885Abstract: Absorbent articles of the present disclosure may be constructed with a secondary liner sheet placed on top of a body facing liner of the articles configured to form a pocket. The pocket provides a barrier, thereby separating a front region of the absorbent articles from a rear region. In this manner, the absorbent articles of the present disclosure may reduce the spread of bodily exudates throughout the articles. The reduced spreading of exudates may help to keep skin healthy by reducing the amount of skin exposed to the skin irritants within the exudates and/or by preventing additional skin irritants from being created by preventing the mixing of BM and urine, at least in proximity to the skin of the wearer.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2017Publication date: December 19, 2019Inventors: David J. Enz, Patrick R. Lord, Kroy D. Johnson, Matthew R. Jones, Daniel J. Grassl, Kyle M. Barriger
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Patent number: 9027749Abstract: A container for storing wipes that can be dispensed by a consumer includes a container body. The container body includes a bottom wall, a midsection, and a top wall. The container body can define an interior cavity for storing the wipes. The container can further include a dispensing aperture in the container body and a lid. The lid is configured to be opened and closed, providing access to the dispensing aperture when open and hindering access to the dispensing aperture when closed. The lid can be urged to the closed position when the lid is in a first range of positions between the open position and the closed position and can be urged to the open position when the lid is in a second range of positions between the open position and the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2013Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hill, Ryan L. Fulscher, Robert Schlaupitz, Kevin C. Possell, Kroy D. Johnson
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Patent number: 8915358Abstract: A moist wipes dispenser has a top attached to a bottom along a hinge. The top is adapted to pivot about the hinge's axis of rotation. The top is adapted to assume a closed position and a dispensing position. In one embodiment, the top can assume a warning position adapted to warn a user that the top is not shut. The top is urged to the warning position if the top is angularly disposed in a red zone that extends between the closed position and the warning position. The warning position is angularly displaced from the closed position by at least five degrees. In another embodiment, the hinge includes a pin integrally molded with the top or bottom, and an open knuckle integrally molded with the other of the top and bottom. The hinge is adapted to urge the top into closed and dispensing positions in selected angular ranges.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2013Date of Patent: December 23, 2014Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kroy D. Johnson, Linda J. Van Dyke, Robert Schlaupitz
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Publication number: 20140305958Abstract: A container for storing wipes that can be dispensed by a consumer is disclosed. The container includes a container body defining an interior cavity for storing the wipes. The container can further include a lid configured to be opened and closed, providing access to the dispensing aperture when open and hindering access to the dispensing aperture when closed. The container can exhibit a Stability Value greater than about 24 on a Tip Test when the container is oriented in a forward facing direction or a rear facing direction during the Tip Test and a Stability Value greater than about 30 on a Tip Test when the container is oriented in a side facing direction during the Tip Test.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2013Publication date: October 16, 2014Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hill, Robert Schlaupitz, Ryan L. Fulscher, Kevin C. Possell, Kroy D. Johnson
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Publication number: 20140305957Abstract: A container for storing a plurality of wipes that can be dispensed by a consumer is disclosed. The container includes a container body including a bottom wall, a midsection, and a top wall. The container body defines an interior cavity that is configured for storing the plurality of wipes. The container includes a dispensing aperture in the container body and a lid that is configured to be opened and closed. The lid provides access to the dispensing aperture when opened and hinders access to the dispensing aperture when closed. The container includes a minimum container depth and a minimum container width and the bottom wall includes a maximum bottom wall depth and a maximum bottom wall width. The maximum bottom wall depth can be greater than the minimum container depth and the maximum bottom wall width can be greater than the minimum container width.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2013Publication date: October 16, 2014Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Ryan L. Fulscher, Kroy D. Johnson, Kevin C. Possell, Robert Schlaupitz
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Publication number: 20140305819Abstract: A container for storing wipes that can be dispensed by a consumer is disclosed. The container includes a container body. The container body includes a bottom wall, a midsection, and a top wall. The container body can define an interior cavity for storing the wipes. The container can further include a dispensing aperture in the container body and a lid. The lid is configured to be opened and closed, providing access to the dispensing aperture when open and hindering access to the dispensing aperture when closed. The lid can be urged to the closed position when the lid is in a first range of positions between the open position and the closed position and can be urged to the open position when the lid is in a second range of positions between the open position and the closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2013Publication date: October 16, 2014Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Robert M. Hill, Ryan L. Fulscher, Robert Schlaupitz, Kevin C. Possell, Kroy D. Johnson
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Patent number: 8241733Abstract: A method of placing a logo on an article or substrate by placing a contrast sheet behind the logo and a blocking sheet therebetween to prevent a shadow effect. The contrast sheet and blocking sheet may be hidden within the hem of an article.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2011Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Kroy D. Johnson, Thomas D. Ehlert, Patrick S. McNichols
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Publication number: 20110223378Abstract: A method of placing a logo on an article or substrate by placing a contrast sheet behind the logo and a blocking sheet therebetween to prevent a shadow effect. The contrast sheet and blocking sheet may be hidden within the hem of an article.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2011Publication date: September 15, 2011Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Kroy D. Johnson, Thomas D. Ehlert, Patrick S. McNichols
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Patent number: 7947357Abstract: A method of placing a logo on an article or substrate by placing a contrast sheet behind the logo and a blocking sheet therebetween to prevent a shadow effect. The contrast sheet and blocking sheet may be hidden within the hem of an article.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2006Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Kroy D. Johnson, Thomas D. Ehlert, Patrick S. McNichols
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Publication number: 20090326622Abstract: A therapeutic delivery system that includes an appliance for selectively holding at least one therapeutic article in contact with at least a portion of a user's body. The therapeutic article may contain an exothermic compound that releases heat after selective activation by the user. The therapeutic article may be selectively located on the appliance by the user. The rate at which the exothermic composition reacts with a catalyst may be selectively controlled by the user. The appliance may be a garment that covers or encloses a portion of the user's body.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2008Publication date: December 31, 2009Inventors: Kroy D. Johnson, Frank G. Druecke, Blake A. Hondl, Jonathan Kyle Arendt
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Publication number: 20080147022Abstract: A skin care delivery device is disclosed. The skin care delivery device includes a substrate containing a skin care composition. The skin care composition can comprise, for instance, any suitable lotion or other similar material. In accordance with the present disclosure, a backing is releasably engaged to one surface of the substrate. The backing facilitates folding and unfolding of the delivery device. Once applied to a user's skin, the backing can be peeled away and discarded.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2006Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Craig M. Thoms, Kroy D. Johnson, Ed John Foley
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Publication number: 20080131657Abstract: A method of placing a logo on an article or substrate by placing a contrast sheet behind the logo and a blocking sheet therebetween to prevent a shadow effect. The contrast sheet and blocking sheet may be hidden within the hem of an article.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2006Publication date: June 5, 2008Inventors: Walter G. Bauer, Kroy D. Johnson, Thomas D. Ehlert, Patrick S. McNichols
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Publication number: 20080116096Abstract: An appliance, such as a sleeve, sock, glove, or patch, that comprises a liquid-permeable substrate and a substantially dry and/or immobile composition (i.e., the formulation is substantially free of water so that the formulation is a solid or semi-solid formulation at temperatures typifying transport, storage, and/or use conditions), effectively and comfortably treats the skin or tissue of a user. Humectants, materials of an occlusive nature, and numerous other ingredients may be included in the formulation. The appliance can comprise elastomeric materials that facilitate contact between the appliance and skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2006Publication date: May 22, 2008Inventors: Kroy D. Johnson, Wael R. Joseph, Kenneth B. Close, Jonathan K. Arendt
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Publication number: 20080103461Abstract: An appliance, such as a sleeve, patch, sock, or glove, that comprises a liquid-impermeable layer, an outer fibrous layer, and a composition or formulation associated with the interior or body-facing side of an appliance, effectively and comfortably treats the skin or tissue of a user. Humectants, materials of an occlusive nature, and numerous other ingredients may be included in the formulation. The outer fibrous layer helps provide the appliance with a cottony-soft feel and/or appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2006Publication date: May 1, 2008Inventors: Kroy D. Johnson, Kenneth B. Close
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Patent number: D768009Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2013Date of Patent: October 4, 2016Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Ryan L. Fulscher, Robert M. Hill, Robert Schlaupitz, Kroy D. Johnson, Kevin C. Possell