Patents by Inventor Lorie Marangoni
Lorie Marangoni 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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Publication number: 20120305203Abstract: A privacy screen for a work station includes a first panel and a second panel. A rail is connected to the first panel. The rail runs along at least a portion of a length of the first panel. A carriage slides along the rail. A hinge connects the carriage and the proximate end of the second panel, thereby permitting the second panel to pivot in relation to the first panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2011Publication date: December 6, 2012Inventors: Steve Verbeek, Luciano Lorenzatti, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 6712433Abstract: A workstation system includes, as a “core” element, a self-standing service trunk that can be used in association with free-standing desks placed adjacent the trunk, or desk structures that are physically connected to the trunk. The trunk has a top that provides a generally horizontal storage support surface above desk height, and the trunk incorporates power and communication cable troughs for delivering power and communication services from an input location on the trunk to an output location accessible from a desk associated with the trunk.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2002Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Assignee: TK Canada LimitedInventors: John Hellwig, Geoffrey Milligan, Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Genadij Makarewicz, Terry Woodside, Stefano Lio, Zoran Baic, Jonathon Loudon, Dakota Kasdorf, Paul Kruger
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Publication number: 20020153812Abstract: A workstation system includes, as a “core” element, a self-standing service trunk that can be used in association with free-standing desks placed adjacent the trunk, or desk structures that are physically connected to the trunk. The trunk has a top that provides a generally horizontal storage support surface above desk height, and the trunk incorporates power and communication cable troughs for delivering power and communication services from an input location on the trunk to an output location accessible from a desk associated with the trunk.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2002Publication date: October 24, 2002Applicant: TK Canada LimitedInventors: John Hellwig, Geoffrey Milligan, Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Genadij Makarewicz, Terry Woodside, Stefano Lio, Zoran Baic, Jonathon Loudon, Dakota Kasdorf, Paul Kruger
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Patent number: 6446396Abstract: A wall system for partitioning interior space within a building includes an internal frame made up of vertical posts and horizontal rails extending between the posts. Panels providing a fascia defining a covering on the frame are coupled to the panel by plug-in connectors. The panels may include “smart” elements or fascias providing writing or tack board surfaces, or an accessory element to which shelves or other accessories can be coupled. Heavier capacity shelves can be coupled directly to the posts of the frame. Electrical and/or data connections can be provided via a horizonal rail incorporated in the skin. The rails can include a plug-in module and wire management channels extending outwardly from the module. The wall system may incorporate a pocket door built on the same principle as the overall wall structure. Also disclosed are a pivot door structure and a patch plate for fitting a standard lockset or latchset to a glass door.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2000Date of Patent: September 10, 2002Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: Lorie Marangoni, Geoffrey Milligan, Zoran Baic, Christine Dominik, Steven Verbeek, Genadij Makarewicz, Ulf Stahmer, Nicolas Koeppe
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Patent number: 6364678Abstract: A power column providing a conduit for power and communications wiring in a building includes a column structure having electrical power outlets and video data modules (VDMs) accessible on opposite flat end faces of the column structure. An isolated electrical raceway within the column structure includes the electrical outlets. The column structure is pre-wired electrically with wiring that extends through the raceway to the top end of the structure. Pre-wiring allows the column to be installed and then connected to an electrical supply after installation.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2000Date of Patent: April 2, 2002Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: John Hellwig, Steve Verbeek, Paul Crossland, Michael Sherrard, Genadij Makarewicz, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 6168247Abstract: A file drawer is disclosed where two opposed top edges of the file drawer include pivoting rails which are movable to one of the two positions. The rails in one position are spaced for supporting letter size file jackets and in the other position support metric A4 size file jackets. This arrangement allows the manufacture of common size file drawers which can easily be adjusted for either filing application.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 1999Date of Patent: January 2, 2001Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: Ulf Stahmer, Christine Dominik, Geoffrey Milligan, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 6076317Abstract: Workstations are defined using a combination of office panels and bridge arrangements which are attached to and project at an angle from a spine of office panels. The office panel frames which partially define a workstation provide the convenience of power and communication cabling within the panel frames. The bridge arrangements provide a lower cost alternative defining other walls of the workstation while also providing a system which can be rearranged easily. The bridge arrangements are preferably self supporting in an upright orientation and can easily be detached from a horizontal securing channel of an office panel frame and moved to a new position.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 1997Date of Patent: June 20, 2000Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: John Hellwig, Jonathan Liberty, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 5966879Abstract: The privacy screen provides a simple, effective solution to provide visual privacy for the traditional open workstations of office panelling systems. The privacy screen can easily be retrofitted to existing systems without the need for specialized panels or overhead mounting structure at an opening threshold. The privacy screen is mounted to overlap with a face of a panel adjacent a panel and extend there beyond to close the entryway to the workstation.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 1997Date of Patent: October 19, 1999Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Harry Ayvazyan
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Patent number: 5931429Abstract: A support post and work surface support bracket attaches to a horizontal channel of office panels frame to provide a convenient variable height work suffice support at any point along the length of the panel frame. The post preferably has a tube as the main component thereof and slots are provided in the tube for receiving hooks on the work surface support bracket.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 1997Date of Patent: August 3, 1999Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: John Hellwig, Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 5918553Abstract: A height adjustable work table comprises a work surface and at least three adjustable leg arrangements supporting said work surface. Each leg arrangement comprises a curved leg supported in a leg bracket attached beneath the work surface. Each leg bracket is an open channel having predetermined support positions for engaging the curved leg with fasteners for releasably securing the leg in any of the support positions.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 1997Date of Patent: July 6, 1999Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: John Hellwig, Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Genadij Makarewicz
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Patent number: 5675946Abstract: The privacy screen provides a simple, effective solution to provide visual privacy for the traditional open workstations of office panelling systems. The privacy screen can easily be retrofitted to existing systems without the need for specialized panels or overhead mounting structure at an opening threshold. The privacy screen is mounted to overlap with a face of a panel adjacent a panel and extend there beyond to close the entryway to the workstation.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 1996Date of Patent: October 14, 1997Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Harry Ayvazyan
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Patent number: 5428928Abstract: The present invention relates to a combined desking and panelling system which provides an effective means for subdividing office space and defining work areas. Work surfaces are provided and can be independently supported or supported by the panelling system. Power and communication wires and cables are distributed through and between the desking and panelling systems.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 1994Date of Patent: July 4, 1995Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: John Hellwig, David M. Stevenson, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 5277005Abstract: The present invention relates to office panelling systems and in particular to office panelling systems having improved construction. The frame of the panels provides an improved electrical power feed arrangement within the panel as well as more convenient access to power outlets within the panel. The frame is also designed for enhanced cooperation with filing cabinets and filing bins to provide lower support for such cabinets and bins when hung from the office panel, particularly when the bin or cabinet is intermediary vertical supports of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1992Date of Patent: January 11, 1994Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: John Hellwig, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: 5241796Abstract: A securing arrangement for office panels accommodates off panel angular connection while structural securement of the panels is obtained. The panels have accessible rails at predetermined heights which can be engaged by a structural member which in turn locks with an adjacent panel. Preferably, several structural members are used for securing two adjacent panels.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1992Date of Patent: September 7, 1993Assignee: Teknion Furniture SystemsInventors: John Hellwig, Lorie Marangoni
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Patent number: D395365Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 1996Date of Patent: June 23, 1998Inventors: Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Harry Ayvazyan
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Patent number: D399063Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 1996Date of Patent: October 6, 1998Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems (A Partnership of Teknion Holdings Inc. and Birchgrove Investments Inc.Inventors: Steve Verbeek, Lorie Marangoni, Harry Ayvazyan
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Patent number: D422796Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 1998Date of Patent: April 18, 2000Assignee: Teknion Furniture Systems LimitedInventors: Geoffrey Milligan, John Hellwig, Lorie Marangoni