Patents by Inventor Michael J. White

Michael J. White 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: 11138909
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for mounting and removing electronic shelf label (ESL) modules includes a channel having a first portion for receiving an ESL module and a second portion for receiving a display holder. A tool aids in removal of the ESL from the first portion and aids in removal of the display holder from the second portion. The display holder has an engagement edge that fits into the second channel and a sign gripper with a movable portion connected to a fixed portion. A peg on the movable portion extends through the sign and into a hole in the fixed portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: 11127318
    Abstract: A holder for electronic shelf labels includes a channel having upper and lower ledges with upper and lower gripping flanges defining an engagement space into which a back of the electronic shelf label is mounted. A fin extends from a backplane of the channel, the fin having one side perpendicular to the backplane. The front of the upper and lower gripping flanges have inwardly-directed bevels. A breakaway guide is connected by a thinned portion to the backplane to engaging an edge of a mounting structure. The breakaway guide is removable following mounting of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Gregory White, Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Publication number: 20210097897
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for mounting and removing electronic shelf label (ESL) modules includes a channel having a first portion for receiving an ESL module and a second portion for receiving a display holder. A tool aids in removal of the ESL from the first portion and aids in removal of the display holder from the second portion. The display holder has an engagement edge that fits into the second channel and a sign gripper with a movable portion connected to a fixed portion. A peg on the movable portion extends through the sign and into a hole in the fixed portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2019
    Publication date: April 1, 2021
    Applicant: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Publication number: 20210043117
    Abstract: A holder for electronic shelf labels includes a channel having upper and lower ledges with upper and lower gripping flanges defining an engagement space into which a back of the electronic shelf label is mounted. A fin extends from a backplane of the channel, the fin having one side perpendicular to the backplane. The front of the upper and lower gripping flanges have inwardly-directed bevels. A breakaway guide is connected by a thinned portion to the backplane to engaging an edge of a mounting structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2020
    Publication date: February 11, 2021
    Applicant: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Gregory White, Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: 10867530
    Abstract: A system and method for mounting a display or sign includes an elongated channel having magnets that are affixed to a ceiling grid and mounting hooks or the like to suspend the sign or display from the channel. The channel includes high friction strips on a neck for engagement by a pole end gripper on a pole for mounting the channel on the ceiling while the user stands on the floor. End caps may be mounted on the channel. Mounting plates may be affixed to the ceiling or wall for magnetically engaging the channel. A wall mount channel includes an offset neck for gripping by the pole end gripper. A magnetic clip including a string for suspending a display may be mounted with the pole end gripper. An embodiment of the channel includes hooks for engaging an open girder ceiling, horizontal member, or other structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2020
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. White
  • Patent number: 10744751
    Abstract: A sign support includes a mounting bracket and a sign holder. The mounting bracket selectively engages an associated fixture. The sign holder has a mounting bracket engaging member and a sign holding member that engages and holds a sign. An adhesive fastens the mounting bracket engaging member to the mounting bracket. The adhesive is an upstream adhesive such that the user receives the mounting bracket already bonded to the sign holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. White
  • Patent number: 10706749
    Abstract: A holder for electronic shelf labels includes a channel having upper and lower ledges with upper and lower gripping flanges defining an engagement space into which a back of the electronic shelf label is mounted. A fin extends from a backplane of the channel, the fin having one side perpendicular to the backplane. The front of the upper and lower gripping flanges have inwardly-directed bevels. A breakaway guide is connected by a thinned portion to the backplane to engaging an edge of a mounting structure. The breakaway guide is removable following mounting of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Gregory White, Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D892602
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D910114
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D915516
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D915517
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D915518
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D916192
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D916193
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Ryan Masek, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D922490
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D926886
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. White, Michael L. Sisko
  • Patent number: D966413
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D1016168
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: K-International, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Gregory White, Michael L. Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D1112479
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2026
    Assignee: K International, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Gregory White, Michael L Sisko, Michael J. White
  • Patent number: D1135641
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2026
    Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Jessica M. Wilson, Timothy M. Magner, Scott A. Meyer, Ryan P. McCoy, Casey M. Danyluk, Michael J. White, Tracy A. Hogenson