Patents by Inventor Michael Robert Schmit

Michael Robert Schmit 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).

  • Tri-closure dispensing top
    Patent number: 6341720
    Abstract: A one-piece dispensing top has three separate dispensing ports. Each dispensing port is designed to dispense particulate foodstuffs from a container. One port is configured to allow removal of product with an utensil. A second port is configured to be used for pouring product and includes a spout, and a third port is configured for sifting product. Each dispensing port includes a closure flap for sealing. All three closure flaps are integrally joined to the dispensing top via living hinges. The closure flaps may be retained in the closed position by a friction or snap fit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2002
    Assignee: Sonoco Products Company
    Inventors: Michael Robert Schmit, James F. Kick, J. Mark Morrow