Patents by Inventor Larry B. Hanify

Larry B. Hanify 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).

  • Ultrasonic tool and method for securing a covering to a frame
    Patent number: 6821367
    Abstract: A method is disclosed for securing a flexible covering about a frame having a peripheral edge and at least one corner. A portion of the flexible covering is folded over the peripheral edge of the frame at or about the corner and an excess portion of the covering is provided. Ultrasonic welding is used to create a seam of contacting portions of the flexible covering. In an embodiment, the excess portion of the flexible covering is removed in connection with the welding operation. An apparatus for securing a flexible covering about a frame is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Assignee: Steelcase Development Corporation
    Inventors: Douglas B. MacDonald, Daniel V. Constantino, Dean K. Hubbard, Robert T. Ruthven, Daniel M. Ursul, Larry B. Hanify