Patents by Inventor Thomas E. Rinks

Thomas E. Rinks 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: 20020100760
    Abstract: A condiment container intended primarily for distribution by the fast food industry to drive through customers. The condiment container includes an adhesive on its undersurface to permit temporary attachment of the container to various mounting surfaces, such as the dashboard, center console or arm rest of an automobile. The condiment container preferably includes a substantially rigid condiment container, such as the type commonly used by the fast food industry to supply barbecue and other sauces. The adhesive is preferably in the form of a double-sided tape. The first side of the tape preferably includes a substantially permanent adhesive that is secured to the undersurface of the container. The second side of the tape preferably includes a pressure sensitive adhesive that can temporarily secure the condiment container to the desired mounting surface. A release liner preferably covers the second side of the tape to protect it prior to use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2001
    Publication date: August 1, 2002
    Inventor: Thomas E. Rinks