Patents by Inventor Peter C. Cipolla

Peter C. Cipolla 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).

  • Method for applying reclosable fastener to package
    Patent number: 4957571
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for forming reclosable packages for food and other items. The package is formed from webs of thermoplastic material and include a separable fastener strip which is reclosable to permit reclosing of the package. Forming, filling, sealing and cutting stations are included for forming the package. A heater heats the fastener strip while it is under tension prior to application to the webs to straighten the fastener strip for improved alignment and sealing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 18, 1990
    Assignee: Multivac
    Inventor: Peter C. Cipolla