Patents by Inventor Mark J. Crapo

Mark J. Crapo 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).

  • Patent number: 5642837
    Abstract: A dispenser unit for dispensing small packets, such as may be used to contain daily dosages of vitamins, comprising an outer holder made of a lightweight rigid material, and one or more inner cartons which are supported by the outer holder. Each inner carton is constructed of cardboard or the like and contains and dispenses packets through an opening at the lower front edge. The carton is sized so that a plurality of packets can be stacked neatly within the container and withdrawn one at a time. The inventive container/dispenser is preferably attached to a refrigerator by a strip of magnetic tape, so that it may be kept at a convenient height and location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 1, 1997
    Assignee: Weider Nutrition Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Kim G. Hayes, Mark J. Crapo