Patents by Inventor Randall W. Calmeise

Randall W. Calmeise 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: 7802855
    Abstract: A front face for an appliance that is one of a washing machine and a clothes dryer includes a door panel having a transparent window defined thereon, a door handle including a handle body having an inner surface, an outer surface, and two end portions. The handle is coupled to the door panel and is configured such that a portion of the handle does not contact the door panel and defines an opening between the inner surface of the handle body and the door panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: 7014200
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having ā€œIā€ beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2006
    Assignee: Akro-Mils, a division of Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Patent number: 6827357
    Abstract: A janitorial cart having zone separation to separate storage areas from water zones to help maintain clean and dry storage areas. Basically, a central trash unit separates the water zone from the supply storage zone. Additionally, an enclosed trash compartment is used to conceal a trash collection bag and improved the appearance of the janitorial cart when being used. The enclosed trash compartment is positioned above a pair of large central wheels for improved stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: Akro-Mils, a division of Myers Industries Company
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Douglas S. Hardesty
  • Publication number: 20040212162
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2004
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Applicant: Akro-Mils, A Division of Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Patent number: 6739605
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2004
    Assignee: Akro-Mills, division of Myers Industries Company
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Patent number: 6572123
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: AKRO-MILS, a division of Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Publication number: 20030085541
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2002
    Publication date: May 8, 2003
    Applicant: Akro Mils, a division of Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Publication number: 20020117819
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2002
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Applicant: AKRO-MILS
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Publication number: 20020109318
    Abstract: A janitorial cart having zone separation to separate storage areas from water zones to help maintain clean and dry storage areas. Basically, a central trash unit separates the water zone from the supply storage zone. Additionally, an enclosed trash compartment is used to conceal a trash collection bag and improved the appearance of the janitorial cart when being used. The enclosed trash compartment is positioned above a pair of large central wheels for improved stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Publication date: August 15, 2002
    Applicant: Akro-Mils
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Douglas S. Hardesty
  • Publication number: 20020030337
    Abstract: A utility cart which is capable of being readily converted from a first configuration as a conventional utility cart with the area above a bottom table being open into a second configuration as a bin cart, including a number of outwardly extending storage bins. In addition, the utility cart in accordance with the present invention includes end members having “I” beam type construction, the top table and the bottom table have panel members which pivot from an upright position to form a recessed top table and/or a recessed bottom table to a downward position to form a substantially flat top table and/or a substantially flat bottom table and a handle having an organizer integrally built therein, including a beverage container holder, a storage tray and one or more storage compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2001
    Publication date: March 14, 2002
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Doug S. Hardesty
  • Patent number: 5915553
    Abstract: Storage organizers assembly having a plurality of dividers which divide a bottom enclosure into separate storage sections. At least some of the dividers are independently insertable and removable to create storage sections of various sizes and configurations. The top and bottom surfaces of the storage organizers include a plurality of curved surfaces to make the storage organizers more visually appealing and adding strength and reducing warpage of these surfaces. Storage organizers in accordance with the present invention also includes a latching arrangement which is easy to use and securely closes the storage organizers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 29, 1999
    Assignee: Akro-Mils
    Inventors: Jerrold G. Brown, Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: 5641034
    Abstract: A stepstool (10) is disclosed having a central planar top platform (14), four support legs (20,22,24,26) for supporting the platform, and a pair of storage receptacles (36,38) extending outward in cantilever fashion from opposite sides of the stool. The receptacles (36,38) are open at the top to accommodate receipt of tall bottles or the like, and act as counterbalancing weight with which to stabilize the stool against tipping. The stepstool receptacles hang above floor level a nominal distance so as not to interfere with level positionment of the stool upon the floor surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 24, 1997
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, David L. O'Neal
  • Patent number: 5516203
    Abstract: A multi-compartment storage cabinet (10) is disclosed, comprising a housing (12), a cover member (52), and a plurality of bins (62). The housing (12) is configured to provide tandem vertical pivot rods (48) extending down the middle of the housing, and a column of storage compartments (26) on each side. Each bin (62) and compartment (26) are of triangular configuration, and the bins (62) are pivotally coupled at an inward corner to the pivot rods (48), whereby enabling the bins to individually pivot between a storage position within the compartments and an open position outside of the compartments. Leaf spring members (30) are formed in the housing to engage shoulders (76) of the bins (62) as the bins reach the storage configuration and lock the bins within the housing. The spring members (30) further apply a directional ejection force on the bins as the bins are rotated out of the storage position, to assist in pivoting the bins out of their respective compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1996
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventors: Rick Branham, Randall W. Calmeise, John A. Vura
  • Patent number: D469235
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2003
    Assignee: Akro-Mils, a division of Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, Douglas S. Hardesty
  • Patent number: D368159
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 26, 1996
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventors: Randall W. Calmeise, John A. Vura
  • Patent number: D368371
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 2, 1996
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: D390358
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 10, 1998
    Assignee: Myers Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: D391397
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 3, 1998
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: D393541
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 21, 1998
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise
  • Patent number: D403903
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 12, 1999
    Assignee: Rubbermaid Incorporated
    Inventor: Randall W. Calmeise