Patents by Inventor Michael W. Kondratuk

Michael W. Kondratuk 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: 11952833
    Abstract: Building systems including a frame with a horizontal member from which first and second vertical bars downwardly extend and a panel attached to the frame. The building systems include at least one of an integrated fastener cover that is moveable to a closed position that covers a portion of a fastener, a gusset assembly with a junction cover positioned at a corner junction between two adjacent portions of a panel, and hinge assemblies that reduce the sagging of a panel, such as a door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Sara Wermers, Alan M. Dixon, Matthew Gingery, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden, Todd N. Stratmoen, Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11905740
    Abstract: A deadbolt assembly for securing co-mounted doors together and activating at least one deadbolt may include at least a first retention component and a first actuator interface mounted to or defined by a first coupling assembly of a key-side assembly operatively mounted to one of the co-mounted doors, and at least a second retention component and a second actuator interface mounted to or defined by a second coupling assembly of a lever-side assembly operatively mounted to the other of the co-mounted doors, at least one of the key-side assembly and the lever-side assembly including a deadbolt assembly having a deadbolt configured to be responsive to actuation thereof to extend a deadbolt therefrom, wherein actuation of the deadbolt assembly also causes the first and second retention components to secure the first and second coupling assemblies to one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael W. Kondratuk, Alan M. Dixon, Kole Kramer, Sara Wermers, Todd N. Stratmoen, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Patent number: 11891851
    Abstract: A door system including a primary door molding attachable to a primary door frame, the primary door molding including a first vertical member and a first hinge member extending from the first vertical member. One of a horizontal member from which the first vertical member downwardly extends and the first vertical member includes a first rotatably engageable element, and the first hinge member includes a second rotatably engageable element vertically spaced from the first rotatably engageable element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignee: LARSON MANUFACTURING COMPANY OF SOUTH DAKOTA, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Patent number: 11441349
    Abstract: Ready-to-install door systems comprising, prior to installation, a door, a hinge-side z-bar, a drip cap, and a latch-side z-bar, all connected. In addition, the system may comprise door closer hardware attached to the door and either the drip cap or the hinge-side z-bar; an installation notch; or screw holders. Screw holders are also provided. Methods of installing the present door systems are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Lucas M. Hemmen, Michael W. Kondratuk, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Publication number: 20220145693
    Abstract: A door system including a primary door molding attachable to a primary door frame, the primary door molding including a first vertical member and a first hinge member extending from the first vertical member. One of a horizontal member from which the first vertical member downwardly extends and the first vertical member includes a first rotatably engageable element, and the first hinge member includes a second rotatably engageable element vertically spaced from the first rotatably engageable element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2021
    Publication date: May 12, 2022
    Inventors: Adam A. Allmandinger, Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Publication number: 20220081937
    Abstract: A deadbolt assembly for securing co-mounted doors together and activating at least one deadbolt may include at least a first retention component and a first actuator interface mounted to or defined by a first coupling assembly of a key-side assembly operatively mounted to one of the co-mounted doors, and at least a second retention component and a second actuator interface mounted to or defined by a second coupling assembly of a lever-side assembly operatively mounted to the other of the co-mounted doors, at least one of the key-side assembly and the lever-side assembly including a deadbolt assembly having a deadbolt configured to be responsive to actuation thereof to extend a deadbolt therefrom, wherein actuation of the deadbolt assembly also causes the first and second retention components to secure the first and second coupling assemblies to one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Inventors: Michael W. Kondratuk, Alan M. Dixon, Kole Kramer, Sara Wermers, Todd N. Stratmoen, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Publication number: 20220081945
    Abstract: A retention assembly secures together field-coupled handle assemblies of co-mounted doors and may include a first retention component mounted to or defined by a first magnet housing of a first door handle assembly operatively mounted to one of the co-mounted doors, and a second retention component mounted to or defined by a second magnet housing of a second door handle assembly operatively mounted to the other of the co-mounted doors, the first and second magnet housings arranged such that magnets carried by each align with and magnetically couple to one another and such that the first retention component aligns with the second retention component and mechanically couple to one another as the first and second door handle assemblies are brought into contact with each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Inventors: Kole Kramer, Michael W. Kondratuk, Jammey A. Rawden, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Publication number: 20220003035
    Abstract: Ready-to-install door systems comprising, prior to installation, a door, a hinge-side z-bar, a drip cap, and a latch-side z-bar, all connected. In addition, the system may comprise door closer hardware attached to the door and either the drip cap or the hinge-side z-bar; an installation notch; or screw holders. Screw holders are also provided. Methods of installing the present door systems are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2019
    Publication date: January 6, 2022
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Lucas M. Hemmen, Michael W. Kondratuk, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Publication number: 20210355743
    Abstract: A door system including a primary door molding attachable to a primary door frame, the primary door molding including a first vertical member and a first hinge member extending from the first vertical member. One of a horizontal member from which the first vertical member downwardly extends and the first vertical member includes a first rotatably engageable element, and the first hinge member includes a second rotatably engageable element vertically spaced from the first rotatably engageable element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Patent number: 11105146
    Abstract: Building systems including a frame with a horizontal member from which first and second vertical bars downwardly extend and a panel attached to the frame. The building systems include at least one of an integrated fastener cover that is moveable to a closed position that covers a portion of a fastener, a gusset assembly with a junction cover positioned at a corner junction between two adjacent portions of a panel, and hinge assemblies that reduce the sagging of a panel, such as a door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Sara Wermers, Alan M. Dixon, Matthew Gingery, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden, Henry W. Hitt, Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11105135
    Abstract: This disclosure is generally directed to a hydraulic door closer, and more specifically is directed to a hydraulic storm or screen door closer that has a fluid overflow chamber providing fluid volume and pressure control for both expanded and contracted fluid at different temperatures. The disclosed hydraulic door closer comprises a fluid overflow chamber adapted to hold sufficient fluid to maintain required operating fluid or oil levels at different temperatures, and to ensure proper closer performance under both extreme high and low temperature conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventor: Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11105134
    Abstract: This disclosure is generally directed to a hydraulic door closer, and more specifically is directed to a hydraulic storm or screen door closer that has a fluid overflow chamber providing fluid volume and pressure control for both expanded and contracted fluid at different temperatures. The disclosed hydraulic door closer comprises a fluid overflow chamber adapted to hold sufficient fluid to maintain required operating fluid or oil levels at different temperatures, and to ensure proper closer performance under both extreme high and low temperature conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventor: Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11035169
    Abstract: Building systems including a frame with a horizontal member from which first and second vertical bars downwardly extend and a panel attached to the frame. The building systems include at least one of an integrated fastener cover that is moveable to a closed position that covers a portion of a fastener, a gusset assembly with a junction cover positioned at a corner junction between two adjacent portions of a panel, and hinge assemblies that reduce the sagging of a panel, such as a door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Sara Wermers, Alan M. Dixon, Matthew Gingery, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden, Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11008795
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10995534
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a drip cap of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10801242
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a drip cap of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10801241
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10774570
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Publication number: 20190360251
    Abstract: This disclosure is generally directed to a hydraulic door closer, and more specifically is directed to a hydraulic storm or screen door closer that has a fluid overflow chamber providing fluid volume and pressure control for both expanded and contracted fluid at different temperatures. The disclosed hydraulic door closer comprises a fluid overflow chamber adapted to hold sufficient fluid to maintain required operating fluid or oil levels at different temperatures, and to ensure proper closer performance under both extreme high and low temperature conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Publication date: November 28, 2019
    Inventor: Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Publication number: 20190360250
    Abstract: This disclosure is generally directed to a hydraulic door closer, and more specifically is directed to a hydraulic storm or screen door closer that has a fluid overflow chamber providing fluid volume and pressure control for both expanded and contracted fluid at different temperatures. The disclosed hydraulic door closer comprises a fluid overflow chamber adapted to hold sufficient fluid to maintain required operating fluid or oil levels at different temperatures, and to ensure proper closer performance under both extreme high and low temperature conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2019
    Publication date: November 28, 2019
    Inventor: Michael W. Kondratuk