Patents by Inventor Toby Thomas
Toby Thomas 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: 20240115812Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to an injection device comprising a syringe carrier configured to receive a medicament container, a housing having a proximal end and a distal end; the housing being configured to receive the syringe carrier and releasably engage the proximal end of the syringe carrier and a proximal end cap arranged to engage with the proximal end of the housing and comprising a wall extending distally along the housing, the proximal end cap configured to maintain the engagement between the proximal end of the syringe carrier and the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2022Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Toby Ken COWE, Timothy Simon EVANS, Edward Thomas George BARRETT
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Publication number: 20240091447Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to an injection device comprising a drive means, a plunger, and an intermediate member disposed between the drive means and the plunger and releasably engaged with the plunger thereby to selectively transmit force from the drive means to the plunger.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2022Publication date: March 21, 2024Inventors: Toby Ken COWE, Timothy Simon EVANS, Edward Thomas George BARRETT
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Patent number: 11738913Abstract: Thermoformed locking assembly comprising a first web portion including locking lug having lug undercut defining a cantilevered lug ledge having lug engaging surface, second web portion including locking recess having recess undercut defining an opposing recess ledge having recess engaging surface and a lug stop opposite the recess undercut. Locking recess configured to receive locking lug and lug stop configured to position locking lug in locking recess with the lug engaging surface in engagement with the recess engaging surface when first web portion is moved towards second web portion.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2021Date of Patent: August 29, 2023Assignee: PACTIV LLCInventors: Wee Phan, James Gomoll, Toby Thomas
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Publication number: 20210188491Abstract: Thermoformed locking assembly comprising a first web portion including locking lug having lug undercut defining a cantilevered lug ledge having lug engaging surface, second web portion including locking recess having recess undercut defining an opposing recess ledge having recess engaging surface and a lug stop opposite the recess undercut. Locking recess configured to receive locking lug and lug stop configured to position locking lug in locking recess with the lug engaging surface in engagement with the recess engaging surface when first web portion is moved towards second web portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2021Publication date: June 24, 2021Applicant: PACTIV LLCInventors: Wee Phan, James Gomoll, Toby Thomas
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Patent number: 10906709Abstract: Thermoformed locking assembly comprising a first web portion including locking lug having lug undercut defining a cantilevered lug ledge having lug engaging surface, second web portion including locking recess having recess undercut defining an opposing recess ledge having recess engaging surface and a lug stop opposite the recess undercut. Locking recess configured to receive locking lug and lug stop configured to position locking lug in locking recess with the lug engaging surface in engagement with the recess engaging surface when first web portion is moved towards second web portion.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2017Date of Patent: February 2, 2021Assignee: Pactiv LLCInventors: Wee Phan, James Gomoll, Toby Thomas
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Publication number: 20180170629Abstract: Thermoformed locking assembly comprising a first web portion including locking lug having lug undercut defining a cantilevered lug ledge having lug engaging surface, second web portion including locking recess having recess undercut defining an opposing recess ledge having recess engaging surface and a lug stop opposite the recess undercut. Locking recess configured to receive locking lug and lug stop configured to position locking lug in locking recess with the lug engaging surface in engagement with the recess engaging surface when first web portion is moved towards second web portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2017Publication date: June 21, 2018Applicant: REYNOLDS CONSUMER PRODUCTS LLCInventors: Wee Phan, James Gomoll, Toby Thomas
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Publication number: 20080072541Abstract: The present invention relates to a process used for packaging a product in a web of material that has a zipper attached thereto. The process includes providing a web of material having first and second edges and a zipper including first and second interlocking members. The first and second interlocking members of the zipper are interlocked together. The first interlocking member of the zipper is attached to the web at an intermediate portion of the web between the first and second edges of the web. The second interlocking member has an attachment region that is facing away from the web. One edge of the web is folded away from the zipper and toward the other edge of the web. Unit operations are performed on the zipper to create zipper segments from the zipper while the zipper is exposed. Each of the zipper segments is associated with an individual food package made from the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2007Publication date: March 27, 2008Inventors: Toby Thomas, Alexander Provan, Craig Cappel, Larry Benedict, Gerald Winiecki
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Publication number: 20070199280Abstract: Methods are provided for making slider-operated fasteners for use in reclosable plastic bags using at least a double index and dual unit operations. The methods involve forming two preseals, forming two notches within the preseals, applying two sliders into the previously formed notches, and applying two end stops proximate the previously applied sliders by having the various stations perform their respective functions, either simultaneously or at generally the same time, on different parts of the fastener spaced approximately at a double index. Also provided are methods of producing finished bags by applying the slider-operated fastener to a flat web of plastic film and conveying the web to a vertical or a horizontal form-fill-seal machine.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2007Publication date: August 30, 2007Inventors: Toby Thomas, Nathan Kolovich, Craig Cappel, Timothy Pistner, Alexander Provan
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Publication number: 20070172554Abstract: A modular container assembly comprises first, second and third containers. Each of the containers includes a continuous body portion and a rim. The rim encompasses and projects laterally outwardly from the body portion. The rim has a first feature projecting generally upwardly therefrom and a corresponding second feature being adapted to be releasably engageable with another one of the first feature. The rims of the containers are substantially identical. The containers are releasably engaged to each other by fitting respective upwardly-projecting features into the corresponding feature of another container or into the upwardly-projecting feature of another container. At least one of the first, second and third containers is inverted with respect to the remaining containers so as to form a modular container assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2006Publication date: July 26, 2007Inventors: James Blythe, Toby Thomas, Robert Peterson, Donald Lehman, Reiner Jargosh
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Publication number: 20070113522Abstract: The present invention relates to a process used for packaging a product in a web of material that has a zipper attached thereto. The process includes providing a web of material having first and second edges and a zipper including first and second interlocking members. The first and second interlocking members of the zipper are interlocked together. The first interlocking member of the zipper is attached to the web at an intermediate portion of the web between the first and second edges of the web. The second interlocking member has an attachment region that is facing away from the web. One edge of the web is folded away from the zipper and toward the other edge of the web. Unit operations are performed on the zipper to create zipper segments from the zipper while the zipper is exposed. Each of the zipper segments is associated with an individual food package made from the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2007Publication date: May 24, 2007Inventors: Toby Thomas, Alexander Provan, Craig Cappel, Larry Benedict, Gerald Winiecki
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Publication number: 20070101556Abstract: A slider is adapted for use with a reclosable fastener for bags containing material. The reclosable fastener includes a first track and a second track. The first track includes a first profile, while the second track includes a second profile. The first and second profiles are releasably engageable to each other. At least one of the first and second profiles has an interior portion. The slider comprises a body that includes a top, a first side, a second side and a separation member on an underside of the top. The separation member is adapted to open and close the fastener and includes a slider finger that extends generally downwardly from the top. The slider finger extends into an interior portion of the first profile so as to assist in removing material trapped in the interior portion of the first profile when closing the reclosable fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2006Publication date: May 10, 2007Inventors: James Blythe, David Dobreski, Daniel Ferrari, Steven Long, Toby Thomas, David Cameron
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Publication number: 20060291756Abstract: Web materials for use in forming reclosable packages generally include a first material layer made of a barrier material, and an active agent carried by the first material layer. When embodied as a bag, the web is used to form at least one of the body panels of the bag, with a pair of opposing body panels joined together along a pair of opposing sides, with a bottom bridging the sides in order to define a compartment between the opposing body panels. The active agent is disposed on the first material layer so as to be in communication with the compartment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2006Publication date: December 28, 2006Inventors: Toby Thomas, Nathan Kolovich, Craig Cappel
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Publication number: 20060286356Abstract: A web for use as wrap material, lidding material or in packages with active agents. Generally, each disclosed structure includes at least a first material layer made of a barrier material; and an active agent carried by the first material layer. Webs in accordance with the invention can further include a second material layer disposed adjacent the first material layer, wherein the second material layer has a predetermined material property, such as permeability, cling and/or sealing characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2006Publication date: December 21, 2006Inventors: Toby Thomas, Nathan Kolovich, Craig Cappel
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Publication number: 20060110080Abstract: Packages and structures with selective dosing of active agents are described. The at least one active agent includes a freshness-extension agent to inhibit spoilage of perishable product disposed in the package, an odor management agent to reduce, mask, or neutralize odors from garbage or waste disposed in the package, a color indicator to indicate the status of one or more other active agents, or another type of agent. Selective dosing is achieved by covering the active agent or agents by a plurality of covers. Some of these covers may be walls of a package itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2005Publication date: May 25, 2006Inventors: Toby Thomas, Nathan Kolovich, Craig Cappel
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Publication number: 20060050999Abstract: Polymeric bags with pressure relief valves having improved sealing and venting properties are described. Generally, the disclosed bags have opposing body panels connected along a pair of sides, a bottom bridging the sides, reclosable fasteners extending along mouths formed opposite the bottoms, and pressure relief valves attached to one of the body panels. The valves are positioned adjacent a pressure relief opening defined in a body panel of the bag and include a cover member that covers the opening. The cover member includes an upper layer and a lower layer, in which the upper layer is hingedly connected at a first end to the lower layer. The lower layer includes a first portion attached to the body panel and a second contiguous portion not attached to the body panel for relative movement therebetween. The first end of the upper layer is connected to the second portion of the lower layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2005Publication date: March 9, 2006Inventors: James Blythe, Wiliam Belias, Toby Thomas
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Publication number: 20050247027Abstract: The present invention relates to a process used for packaging a product in a web of material that has a zipper attached thereto. The process includes providing a web of material having first and second edges and a zipper including first and second interlocking members. The first and second interlocking members of the zipper are interlocked together. The first interlocking member of the zipper is attached to the web at an intermediate portion of the web between the first and second edges of the web. The second interlocking member has an attachment region that is facing away from the web. One edge of the web is folded away from the zipper and toward the other edge of the web. Unit operations are performed on the zipper to create zipper segments from the zipper while the zipper is exposed. Each of the zipper segments is associated with an individual food package made from the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2005Publication date: November 10, 2005Inventors: Toby Thomas, Alexander Provan, Craig Cappel, Larry Benedict, Gerald Winiecki
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Publication number: 20050241274Abstract: The present invention relates to a process used for packaging a product in a web of material that has a zipper attached thereto. The process includes providing a web of material having first and second edges and a zipper including first and second interlocking members. The first and second interlocking members of the zipper are interlocked together. The first interlocking member of the zipper is attached to the web at an intermediate portion of the web between the first and second edges of the web. The second interlocking member has an attachment region that is facing away from the web. One edge of the web is folded away from the zipper and toward the other edge of the web. Unit operations are performed on the zipper to create zipper segments from the zipper while the zipper is exposed. Each of the zipper segments is associated with an individual food package made from the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2005Publication date: November 3, 2005Inventors: Toby Thomas, Alexander Provan, Craig Cappel, Larry Benedict, Gerald Winiecki
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Publication number: 20050220375Abstract: Packages with active agents are described. Generally, each disclosed package has a pair of opposing body panels joined together along a pair of opposing sides and a bottom bridging the sides, a reclosable fastener extending along a mouth formed opposite the bottom, and at least one active agent. The at least one active agent is associated with at least one of the body panels and includes a freshness-extension agent to inhibit spoilage of perishable product disposed in the package, an odor management agent to reduce, mask, or neutralize odors from garbage or waste disposed in the package, or another type of agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2005Publication date: October 6, 2005Inventors: Toby Thomas, William Belias, Paul Chen, Nathan Kolovich
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Publication number: 20050220374Abstract: Packages with active agents are described. Generally, the disclosed packages have a pair of opposing body panels joined together along a pair of opposing sides and a bottom bridging the sides so as to define a mouth opposite the bottom, a reclosable fastener extending along the mouth, and an active agent. The reclosable fastener includes a pair of polymeric tracks, in which each of the tracks includes a mating element and a fin portion. The mating elements are releasably engageable to each other, and each of the fin portions extends downwards from the respective mating element towards the bottom of the reclosable package. The active agent is associated with at least one of the fin portions for communication with the interior of the reclosable package.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2005Publication date: October 6, 2005Inventors: Toby Thomas, Steven Long, William Belias, Nathan Kolovich
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Method and apparatus for making reclosable plastic bags using a pre-applied slider-operated fastener
Publication number: 20050086911Abstract: A method and apparatus for making reclosable plastic bags is provided. In the method and apparatus, a fastener is attached to a moving flat web of plastic film, preferably in the direction of web movement and near the center of the web. A plurality of sliders are mounted to the fastener either before or after the fastener is attached to the flat web, but prior to conveying the web to a FFS machine. The flat web, with the slider-operated fastener already attached thereto, is then conveyed to a vertical or horizontal FFS machine where the flat web is formed into bags, and the bags are successively filled and sealed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2004Publication date: April 28, 2005Inventors: William Dutt, Toby Thomas