Patents by Inventor Philip Sieczkowski

Philip Sieczkowski 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).

  • Publication number: 20130278163
    Abstract: A single board light engine includes an AC to AC step driver that selectively powers multiple LED segments by controlling tap points between the LED segments as the input voltage goes from zero crossover to maximum voltage and returns to zero crossover. The step driver may power a first LED segment, a second LED segment, both the first and second LED segments, or none of the LED segments depending upon the input voltage level. The LEDs within an LED segment may share a characteristic that differs from a characteristic shared by LEDs in another segment, which allows the LED fixture to provide a variety of lighting effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Inventors: Yan Rodriguez, Michael Bruce, Mark Anthony Hand, Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 6530681
    Abstract: A ceiling surface-mounted fixture housing capable of supporting decorative trim of differing shapes and sizes and further being capable of surface mounting to ceiling drywall about a recessed junction box mounted in the ceiling or to inverted T-grid ceiling systems, the invention provides flexibility and function and ease of installation. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, a fixture housing having a substantially central aperture formed in a major planar floor thereof is mounted by conventional fasteners over a junction box which has previously been installed in a recess of a drywall ceiling or the like. Wiring for the junction box extends into the fixture housing from the junction box and is joined to wiring carried by a wireway cover which joins mechanically to the fixture housing, the wiring thus being carried within a “box” formed by the fixture housing and the wireway cover. Lamping and ballast are mounted to an exterior major surface of the wireway cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2003
    Assignee: Acuity Brands, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Publication number: 20020191405
    Abstract: A ceiling surface-mounted fixture housing capable of supporting decorative trim of differing shapes and sizes and further being capable of surface mounting to ceiling drywall about a recessed junction box mounted in the ceiling or to inverted T-grid ceiling systems, the invention provides flexibility and function and ease of installation. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, a fixture housing having a substantially central aperture formed in a major planar floor thereof is mounted by conventional fasteners over a junction box which has previously been installed in a recess of a drywall ceiling or the like. Wiring for the junction box extends into the fixture housing from the junction box and is joined to wiring carried by a wireway cover which joins mechanically to the fixture housing, the wiring thus being carried within a “box” formed by the fixture housing and the wireway cover. Lamping and ballast are mounted to an exterior major surface of the wireway cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 6254257
    Abstract: A reflector for a light fixture having elongated light elements, wherein the light fixture opens at the ceiling surface and is recessed thereabove, includes a generally cylindrical bottom section defining a circular opening. A substantially enclosed top section defines a generally rectangular, corrugated top surface and a side portion tapering inwardly from the bottom section to the top surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Assignee: Progress Lighting
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 6004011
    Abstract: A recessed lamp fixture having a minimal plaster frame and a lamp housing. The plaster frame comprising a mounting bracket is adapted to receive a variety of differently sized and shaped lamp housings. The housing comprises an integrated lamp and trim assembly that is retained within the housing by a biased retaining spring. The housing is designed with minimal openings for reduced heat loss and air flow. The frame further comprises an integrated junction box and hanger bar system adapted to mount the fixture behind a panel. The junction box and the lamp housing also comprise an electrical power line retaining means to securely fasten the line to the box and housing. The hanger bar is slideably attached to the frame with ends that are designed to engage ceiling and wall supporting structures without the need for additional fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignee: Progress Lighting, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 5857766
    Abstract: A recessed lamp fixture having a minimal plaster frame and a lamp housing. The plaster frame comprising a mounting bracket is adapted to receive a variety of differently sized and shaped lamp housings. The housing comprises an integrated lamp and trim assembly that is retained within the housing by a biased retaining spring. The housing is designed with minimal openings for reduced heat loss and air flow. The frame further comprises an integrated junction box and hanger bar system adapted to mount the fixture behind a panel. The junction box and the lamp housing also comprise an electrical power line retaining means to securely fasten the line to the box and housing. The hanger bar is slideably attached to the frame with ends that are designed to engage ceiling and wall supporting structures without the need for additional fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 12, 1999
    Assignee: Progress Lighting, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 5758959
    Abstract: A recessed lamp fixture having a minimal plaster frame and a lamp housing. The plaster frame comprising a mounting bracket is adapted to receive a variety of differently sized and shaped lamp housings. The housing comprises an integrated lamp and trim assembly that is retained within the housing by a biased retaining spring. The housing is designed with minimal openings for reduced heat loss and air flow. The frame further comprises an integrated junction box and hanger bar system adapted to mount the fixture behind a panel. The junction box and the lamp housing also comprise an electrical power line retaining means to securely fasten the line to the box and housing. The hanger bar is slideably attached to the frame with ends that are designed to engage ceiling and wall supporting structures without the need for additional fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1998
    Assignee: Progress Lighting, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: 4516806
    Abstract: The portable infant carrier is made with a mesh body of three-dimensional shape which is molded with the frame of the seat. The mesh body conforms to the shape of the individual infant and thus permits an infant to be carried in a supported, semi-fetal position. A handle is provided by which the carrier can be transported in a pendulum-like manner. The seat may also be pivoted into one of a plurality of reclining positions relative to the leg support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1983
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1985
    Assignee: Quentin H. McDonald
    Inventors: Quentin H. McDonald, Anthony P. Montalbano, Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D480830
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2003
    Assignee: Acuity Brands, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D487527
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Assignee: Acuity Brands, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D498018
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Assignee: Acuity Brands, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D611642
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventors: Philip Sieczkowski, James P. Compton
  • Patent number: D614338
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2010
    Inventors: Philip Sieczkowski, James P. Compton
  • Patent number: D676179
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventors: Donald R. Sandell, Timothy Monroe, David P. Zizzi, Philip Sieczkowski, Beate B. Trickett
  • Patent number: D676180
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventors: Donald R. Sandell, Timothy Monroe, David P. Zizzi, Philip Sieczkowski, Beate B. Trickett
  • Patent number: D676181
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventors: Donald R. Sandell, Timothy Monroe, David P. Zizzi, Philip Sieczkowski, Beate B. Trickett
  • Patent number: D691762
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D691764
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski
  • Patent number: D694463
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: ABL IP Holding LLC
    Inventor: Philip Sieczkowski