Patents by Inventor Larry J. Ferguson

Larry J. Ferguson 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).

  • Reclosable top for can
    Patent number: 5758793
    Abstract: The invention provides a glue-on closure for a composite can or the like that affords an original hermetic seal. A tamper-evident tear band allows the closure to be conveniently opened. Separate end wall and sidewall parts of the closure are configured to provide reclosability with a surface-to-surface contact plug fit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1998
    Assignee: Weatherchem Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Forsyth, Matthew A. Dudas, Larry J. Ferguson