Patents by Inventor Robert C. Stolmeier
Robert C. Stolmeier 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).
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Publication number: 20200024036Abstract: A reclosable bag with front and rear walls defining a top opening between them is closable with a fold-over hood on one of the walls. The walls are made of a flexible material that may be folded downward from the top opening in a series of one or more folds. The hood extends along an upper portion of the wall near, but spaced apart from, the top opening. The fold-over hood is effective for folding over and retaining the upper portions of the front and rear walls after they have been folded downward from the top opening in a series of one or more folds until they reach the hood.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2018Publication date: January 23, 2020Applicant: The New KCL CorporationInventors: Mark E. Branson, Thomas P. O'Connor, Robert C. Stolmeier
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Patent number: 9242417Abstract: The disclosure relates to a security zipper and bag, or one-time closable zipper and bag, and methods of manufacture thereof, wherein the zipper includes double zipper profiles with a layer or strip of adhesive positioned between the two interlocking elements of one of the zipper profiles. Upon the one-time closing of the zipper, the adhesive secures the two double zipper profiles together and prevents a subsequent opening of the zipper or bag without leaving evidence of such opening, such as damage to the zipper or bag. Alternately, adhesive can be provided within the female profiles, with a liner over the adhesive to prevent premature activation.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2011Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.Inventors: Kevin P. Olechowski, Eric Plourde, Robert C. Stolmeier, Kenny E. McCracken, Lawrence Share, Owen J. McGarel, David J. Anzini, Paul Michael Jenkins, Steven Ausnit
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Patent number: 8549713Abstract: A security zipper is provided, which includes a consumer side zipper pair and a product side zipper pair, where each zipper pair is capable of secure mating. Between the zipper pairs is an intermediate flange pair which is layered with an adhesive as well as an adhesive enhancer to securely connect the intermediate flange pair. A slider is provided over the consumer side zipper pair, the product side zipper pair and the intermediate flange pair which mates the zipper pairs and connects the intermediate flanges so that the zipper is securely closed. A bag is also disclosed, which includes the security zipper and a connected product side pouch. In addition, a method for manufacturing the bag is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2010Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: David J. Anzini, Eric Plourde, Robert C. Stolmeier, Lawrence Share, Owen J. McGarel, Tilak R. Varma, Kevin P. Olechowski, Paul Michael Jenkins, Kenny E. McCracken
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Patent number: 8554642Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the implanting of RFID (radio frequency identification) chips into the slider of a zipper of a reclosable package. This allows for subsequent reading of the RFID identifying data to identify associated with the reclosable package. This can be done by using the RFID data directly or by using the RFID data to access a database This can be done for authentication, security, quality control, inventory control and similar purposes.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2006Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Robert E. Hogan
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Publication number: 20120243805Abstract: A reclosable container with a slider arranged to open and close interlockable profiles on the mouth of the container. The profiles are fixed together at one end but are separable at the other end to allow a gusset to fold outwardly to form a pour spout.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2007Publication date: September 27, 2012Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20120053037Abstract: The disclosure relates to a security zipper and bag, or one-time closable zipper and bag, and methods of manufacture thereof, wherein the zipper includes double zipper profiles with a layer or strip of adhesive positioned between the two interlocking elements of one of the zipper profiles. Upon the one-time closing of the zipper, the adhesive secures the two double zipper profiles together and prevents a subsequent opening of the zipper or bag without leaving evidence of such opening, such as damage to the zipper or bag. Alternately, adhesive can be provided within the female profiles, with a liner over the adhesive to prevent premature activation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.Inventors: Kevin P. Olechowski, Eric Plourde, Robert C. Stolmeier, Kenny E. McCracken, Lawrence Share, Owen J. McGarel, David J. Anzini, Paul Michael Jenkins, Steven Ausnit
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Publication number: 20110283488Abstract: A security zipper is provided, which includes a consumer side zipper pair and a product side zipper pair, where each zipper pair is capable of secure mating. Between the zipper pairs is an intermediate flange pair which is layered with an adhesive as well as an adhesive enhancer to securely connect the intermediate flange pair. A slider is provided over the consumer side zipper pair, the product side zipper pair and the intermediate flange pair which mates the zipper pairs and connects the intermediate flanges so that the zipper is securely closed. A bag is also disclosed, which includes the security zipper and a connected product side pouch. In addition, a method for manufacturing the bag is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.Inventors: David J. ANZINI, Eric PLOURDE, Robert C. STOLMEIER, Lawrence SHARE, Owen J. MCGAREL, Tilak R. VARMA, Kevin P. OLECHOWSKI, Paul Michael JENKINS, Kenny E. MCCRACKEN
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Patent number: 7896548Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a reclosable package or bag with a slider zipper, and further including a first gusset with a perforated line or similar line of weakness formed between the slider zipper profiles in order to provide tamper evidence and a second gusset formed below one zipper profile in order to allow the filled packaged to stand up for display purposes. This package or bag is typically bottom filled, but then displayed to the customer in the orientation with the bottom in the upper position and the zipper in the lower position. One alternative embodiment substitutes a press-to-close-zipper for the slider zipper. A further alternative embodiment omits the perforated line and provides for a separation in the web between the zipper profiles to form a mouth for the package or bag.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2007Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventors: Gregory H. Crunkleton, Basil C. Linton, Eric J. Fenzl, Robert C. Stolmeier, Matthew W. Nysted
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Publication number: 20080285894Abstract: A flexible reclosable container including profiles which are locked and unlocked by a slider. One embodiment of the slider has a pair of feet which extend from one end of the slider to the other end and which resist pulling of the slider off of the profiles. Another embodiment of the slider has three spaced pairs of feet which resist removal of the slider from the profiles. The slider in one embodiment has an enlarged central portion which facilitates grasping the slider and is easy to manufacture by die casting.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2007Publication date: November 20, 2008Applicant: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS, INC.Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20080247681Abstract: A reclosable container with a slider arranged to open and close interlockable profiles on the mouth of the container. The profiles are fixed together at one end but are separable at the other end to allow a gusset to fold outwardly to form a pour spout.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2007Publication date: October 9, 2008Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20080166073Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a reclosable package or bag with a slider zipper, and further including a first gusset with a perforated line or similar line of weakness formed between the slider zipper profiles in order to provide tamper evidence and a second gusset formed below one zipper profile in order to allow the filled packaged to stand up for display purposes. This package or bag is typically bottom filled, but then displayed to the customer in the orientation with the bottom in the upper position and the zipper in the lower position. One alternative embodiment substitutes a press-to-close-zipper for the slider zipper. A further alternative embodiment omits the perforated line and provides for a separation in the web between the zipper profiles to form a mouth for the package or bag.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2007Publication date: July 10, 2008Inventors: Gregory H. Crunkleton, Basil C. Linton, Eric J. Fenzl, Robert C. Stolmeier, Matthew W. Nysted
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Patent number: 7313846Abstract: A flexible reclosable container including profiles which are locked and unlocked by a slider. One embodiment of the slider has a pair of feet which extend from one end of the slider to the other end and which resist pulling of the slider off of the profiles. Another embodiment of the slider has three spaced pairs of feet which resist removal of the slider from the profiles. The slider in one embodiment has an enlarged central portion which facilitates grasping the slider and is easy to manufacture by die casting.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2002Date of Patent: January 1, 2008Assignee: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20070294148Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the implanting of RFID (radio frequency identification) chips into the slider of a zipper of a reclosable package. This allows for subsequent reading of the RFID identifying data to identify associated with the reclosable package. This can be done by using the RFID data directly or by using the RFID data to access a database This can be done for authentication, security, quality control, inventory control and similar purposes.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2006Publication date: December 20, 2007Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Robert E. Hogan
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Patent number: 7254873Abstract: A reclosable fastener tape includes a first fastener strip and a second fastener strip that is adapted to mate with the first fastener strip in a reclosable fashion. A sheet connects the first fastener strip to the second fastener strip. The sheet has an unpunctured tear line formed between the first fastener strip and the second fastener strip for providing a tamper evident hermetic seal when the fastener tape is sealed with a bag.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2002Date of Patent: August 14, 2007Assignee: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Paul F. Edelman
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Patent number: 7213305Abstract: Both apparatus and methods for flexible recloseable containers with peel seals are disclosed. In one embodiment, the peel seal has a height greater than the height of the fastener strip flange to which it is attached. The upper portion of the peel seal is attached to the flange. The lower portion of peel seal is attached to a wall of the container. Also disclosed are methods for fabricating containers, and also for forming, filling, sealing a container with a product therein.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2003Date of Patent: May 8, 2007Assignee: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Paul Wolak
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Patent number: 7204641Abstract: A reclosable container with a slider arranged to open and close interlockable profiles on the mouth of the container. The profiles are fixed together at one end but are separable at the other end to allow a gusset to fold outwardly to form a pour spout.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2003Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Patent number: 7090397Abstract: A single use container comprises a slider having first and second closable profiles having an adhesive or epoxy disposed thereon. The profiles are configured, for example, to prevent premature closing and bonding.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2004Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20040131284Abstract: A reclosable container with a slider arranged to open and close interlockable profiles on the mouth of the container. The profiles are fixed together at one end but are separable at the other end to allow a gusset to fold outwardly to form a pour spout.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2003Publication date: July 8, 2004Inventor: Robert C. Stolmeier
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Publication number: 20040047524Abstract: Both apparatus and methods for flexible recloseable containers with peel seals are disclosed. In one embodiment, the peel seal has a height greater than the height of the fastener strip flange to which it is attached. The upper portion of the peel seal is attached to the flange. The lower portion of peel seal is attached to a wall of the container. Also disclosed are methods for fabricating containers, and also for forming, filling, sealing a container with a product therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Paul Wolak
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Publication number: 20030002753Abstract: A reclosable fastener tape includes a first fastener strip and a second fastener strip that is adapted to mate with the first fastener strip in a reclosable fashion. A sheet connects the first fastener strip to the second fastener strip. The sheet has an unpunctured tear line formed between the first fastener strip and the second fastener strip for providing a tamper evident hermetic seal when the fastener tape is sealed with a bag.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2002Publication date: January 2, 2003Inventors: Robert C. Stolmeier, Paul F. Edelman