Patents by Inventor Steven L. Sweeton

Steven L. Sweeton 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).

  • Dip tube connectors and pump systems using the same
    Patent number: 11648575
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2023
    Assignee: The Clorox Company
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Aerosol actuation systems and methods for making the same
    Patent number: 11148871
    Abstract: An aerosol actuation system may include an aerosol actuator formed of a first molded component including a housing, a manifold connected to the housing and a button in communication with the manifold, and a molded cap. The aerosol actuator may be assembled with an aerosol container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: Silgan Dispensing Systems Corporation
    Inventors: Steven A. Sell, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Dip Tube Connectors And Pump Systems Using The Same
    Publication number: 20210107022
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2020
    Publication date: April 15, 2021
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Dip tube connectors and pump systems using the same
    Patent number: 10870122
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in clip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in clip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in clip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in clip tube and seal therewith, a clip tube lock for mating with a blown-in clip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in clip tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Assignee: The Clorox Company
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Pumps, dispensers and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 10595685
    Abstract: Pumps and dispensers having dosage control and various methods for actuating a pump or piston allow users to deliver a product from a container to be used by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2020
    Assignee: Silgan Dispensing Systems Corporation
    Inventors: Sara D. Falcon, Kelly A. Harrigan, Steven L. Sweeton, Niels F. G. Van Wieringen
  • DIP TUBE CONNECTORS AND PUMP SYSTEMS USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20200016615
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in clip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in clip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in clip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in clip tube and seal therewith, a clip tube lock for mating with a blown-in clip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in clip tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2019
    Publication date: January 16, 2020
    Applicant: Silgan Dispensing Systems Corporation
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Dip tube connectors and pump systems using the same
    Patent number: 10421090
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: Silgan Dispensing Systems Corporation
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • PUMPS, DISPENSERS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20180153352
    Abstract: Pumps and dispensers having dosage control and various methods for actuating a pump or piston allow users to deliver a product from a container to be used by the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2016
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Applicant: WestRock Dispensing Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Sara D. Falcon, Kelly A. Harrigan, Steven L. Sweeton, Niels F.G. Van Wieringen
  • Trigger sprayers and methods for making the same
    Patent number: 9975130
    Abstract: A trigger sprayer (100) may include a tube retainer (110) fitted in a valve body (120), a piston (140) fitted in the valve body and an integrated trigger (150) and biasing member (154) connected to the piston and the valve body and biased in part by the attachment of a shroud (130) to the trigger sprayer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2018
    Assignee: SILGAN DISPENSING SYSTEMS CORPORATION
    Inventors: David L. Dejong, Steven L. Sweeton, Joseph K. Dodd
  • DIP TUBE CONNECTORS AND PUMP SYSTEMS USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20160318052
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Eric C. Scheier, Joseph R. Krestine, Joseph K. Dodd, Alejandro Espinoza, Dennis J. Kelly, Lluis Costa Quintas, Robert J. Good, Steven L. Sweeton
  • Trigger sprayer valves
    Patent number: 9409195
    Abstract: A trigger sprayer having a valve body configured to accept a discharge valve for a pre-compression configuration or a valve and plug combination for a non-pre-compression configuration where the discharge valve may include a frame and valve which may be bi-injected or assembled to provide a pre-compression valve for the trigger sprayer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: WestRock Dispensing Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: David L. DeJong, Steven L. Sweeton, Joseph K. Dodd
  • Dip tube connectors and pump systems using the same
    Patent number: 9387500
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2016
    Assignee: WestRock Dispensing Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert J. Good, Dennis Kelly, Joseph K Dodd, Joseph R Krestine, David L DeJong, Steven L. Sweeton, Eric Scheier, Lluis Costa Quintas, Alejandro Espinoza
  • DIP TUBE CONNECTORS AND PUMP SYSTEMS USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20140367423
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having one or more of a lip for sealing with a blown-in dip tube, a seal ring configured to mate with a blown-in dip tube and seal therewith, a dip tube lock for mating with a blown-in dip tube, or an o-ring for providing an improved seal with a blown-in dip tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Robert J. GOOD, Dennis KELLY, Joseph K. DODD, Joseph R. KRESTINE, David L. DEJONG, Steven L. SWEETON, Eric SCHEIER, Lluis COSTA QUINTAS, Alejandro ESPINOZA
  • Trigger sprayer and valve system
    Patent number: 8800823
    Abstract: A valve system for a trigger sprayer including a valve forming an air spring with a portion of the trigger sprayer and being made of a flexible or elastomeric material. The trigger sprayer may include an air-spring valve system wherein the air-spring valve system provides precompression during a pump stroke. The precompression forces developed in the valve system during a pump stroke may originate from an air valve or air pocket trapped between a portion of a valve body and a part of the valve system. For example, a valve may be inserted in a tube retainer which is connected to a valve body of a trigger sprayer. Air trapped in a chamber or space between a portion of the valve and the tube retainer may provide a force against the valve such that a certain force must be applied to the valve before it allows product to be released.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Calmar, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven L. Sweeton
  • Dip tube connectors and pump systems using the same
    Patent number: 8800822
    Abstract: A pump system may include a blown-in dip tube connected to a valve body and having a connection which may include an improved blown-in dip tube connector having a swivel adaptor, or a rotatable connector, which creates a fluid path from a blown-in dip tube of a bottle to a trigger sprayer. The swivel adaptor, or rotatable connector, may also include a body or head which may be attached to a valve body, tube retainer, or valve retainer of a trigger sprayer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Calmar, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert J. Good, Dennis Kelly, Joseph K. Dodd, Joseph R. Krestine, David L. DeJong, Steven L. Sweeton, Eric Scheier, Lluis Costa Quintas, Alejandro Espinoza
  • Trigger sprayer shroud
    Patent number: D703047
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Calmer, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven L. Sweeton
  • Trigger sprayer shroud with round top
    Patent number: D705649
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Calmar, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven L. Sweeton
  • Trigger sprayer shroud with flat top
    Patent number: D705653
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Calmar, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven L. Sweeton
  • Dispensing system
    Patent number: D713251
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: William L. Driskell, Matthew J. Forst, Peter N. Nguyen, Steven A. Sell, David A. Smith, Cynthia A. Stevens, Joseph G. Stichart, Steven L. Sweeton, Matthew N. Thurin, Steven A. Zach
  • Trigger sprayer shroud
    Patent number: D730732
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Corporation
    Inventor: Steven L. Sweeton