Patents by Inventor Todd N. Stratmoen

Todd N. Stratmoen 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: 11952833
    Abstract: Building systems including a frame with a horizontal member from which first and second vertical bars downwardly extend and a panel attached to the frame. The building systems include at least one of an integrated fastener cover that is moveable to a closed position that covers a portion of a fastener, a gusset assembly with a junction cover positioned at a corner junction between two adjacent portions of a panel, and hinge assemblies that reduce the sagging of a panel, such as a door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Sara Wermers, Alan M. Dixon, Matthew Gingery, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden, Todd N. Stratmoen, Michael W. Kondratuk
  • Patent number: 11905740
    Abstract: A deadbolt assembly for securing co-mounted doors together and activating at least one deadbolt may include at least a first retention component and a first actuator interface mounted to or defined by a first coupling assembly of a key-side assembly operatively mounted to one of the co-mounted doors, and at least a second retention component and a second actuator interface mounted to or defined by a second coupling assembly of a lever-side assembly operatively mounted to the other of the co-mounted doors, at least one of the key-side assembly and the lever-side assembly including a deadbolt assembly having a deadbolt configured to be responsive to actuation thereof to extend a deadbolt therefrom, wherein actuation of the deadbolt assembly also causes the first and second retention components to secure the first and second coupling assemblies to one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael W. Kondratuk, Alan M. Dixon, Kole Kramer, Sara Wermers, Todd N. Stratmoen, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Publication number: 20220081937
    Abstract: A deadbolt assembly for securing co-mounted doors together and activating at least one deadbolt may include at least a first retention component and a first actuator interface mounted to or defined by a first coupling assembly of a key-side assembly operatively mounted to one of the co-mounted doors, and at least a second retention component and a second actuator interface mounted to or defined by a second coupling assembly of a lever-side assembly operatively mounted to the other of the co-mounted doors, at least one of the key-side assembly and the lever-side assembly including a deadbolt assembly having a deadbolt configured to be responsive to actuation thereof to extend a deadbolt therefrom, wherein actuation of the deadbolt assembly also causes the first and second retention components to secure the first and second coupling assemblies to one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2020
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Inventors: Michael W. Kondratuk, Alan M. Dixon, Kole Kramer, Sara Wermers, Todd N. Stratmoen, Luke A. Thompson, Bryan P. Zacher, Jammey A. Rawden
  • Patent number: 11008795
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10995534
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a drip cap of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, LLC
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10801241
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10801242
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a drip cap of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Patent number: 10774570
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes various embodiments of a concealed or hidden door closer that is installed in a rail of a door assembly. In some embodiments, the door frame and door closer components are configured to allow the door assembly to be readily installed as either a left or a right hand hinged door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan M. Dixon, Michael W. Kondratuk, Allen E. Lee, Kelly D. Nordgaard, Jordan A. Richter, Todd N. Stratmoen, Bryan P. Zacher
  • Publication number: 20100229468
    Abstract: A door with a moveable window sash and a method of operating the same. The door includes vertical jambs with vertical channels. A window sash is movable in the vertical channels. A retractable screen assembly is attached to the door. The retractable screen assembly includes a roller, a flexible screen attached at a first end to the roller and at a second end to the movable window sash, and a biasing mechanism adapted to apply a continuous torque to the roller. The torque generates a positioning force on the window sash equal to at least 50% of the force of gravity acting on a window sash, such that the window sash can be positioned at an infinite number of locations along the vertical channels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2010
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Applicant: PELLA CORPORATION
    Inventors: Richard Allen, Todd N. Stratmoen, Michael Gonnerman, Rashid Darayus Bharucha, Gabriel Gromotka, Keith Kibbel, Steven Edward Cory
  • Patent number: 7661226
    Abstract: The present invention is a system and method for an easy installation storm door for installation in a home. The door system may include a door panel that is mounted onto two vertical z-bar frames such that the door system can be installed in a left hinge or right hinge format. The z-bar frames are precut at the factory to be shorter than a standard doorframe so that they do not have to be cut during installation. Also included in the system are top and bottom expanders that fit onto a top and bottom side of the door panel so as to selectively adjust the vertical height of the door panel. The top and bottom expanders further insure a reasonable air and moisture barrier between the interior and exterior of the home. The door system further includes a lock assembly that is pre-installed such that it can be utilized whether the door system is installed in a left hinge or right hinge format.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Keith Kibbel, Michael D. Gonnerman, Rashid Bharucha, Mark E. Abdella, Duane Pecinovsky, John M. Parkhurst, Gary L. Spoelstra, Todd N. Stratmoen, José Carlos Figueiredo da Cunha
  • Patent number: 7117639
    Abstract: A reversible door (10), having a defined top, includes two notches (11, 12) on opposite sides of the door. A template is provided to fit into one of the notches (11 or 12) and installer drilled holes are formed through the door proximate one of the notches (11 or 12). Then, a mortised handle assembly (15) is positioned through the holes formed in the notch. A hinge assembly is secured to the opposite side of the door from the handle assembly. A snap cover (14) is positioned in the notch that does not have the handle assembly (15). Therefore, the door (10) is reversible without having to be flipped end for end and provides for a reversible door having mortised hardware.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2006
    Assignee: Larson Manufacturing Company of South Dakota, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E. Abdella, Keith M. Kibbel, John M. Parkhurst, James L. Ralph, Todd N. Stratmoen
  • Patent number: 6640869
    Abstract: A storm door (20) ventilation through a screen (50) by either or both of slidable sashes (92, 93). The storm door may also utilize a flexible member (80) to secure a liner (30, 40, 53, 54) to a side, without the use of mechanical fasteners. Sash weight balancing assemblies are utilized in a three track door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2003
    Assignee: Pella Corp.
    Inventors: James L. Ralph, Todd N. Stratmoen, David M. Wamre
  • Publication number: 20030121618
    Abstract: A storm door (20) ventilation through a screen (50) by either or both of slidable sashes (92, 93). The storm door may also utilize a flexible member (80) to secure a liner (30, 40, 53, 54) to a side, without the use of mechanical fasteners. Sash weight balancing assemblies are utilized in a three track door.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Publication date: July 3, 2003
    Inventors: James L. Ralph, Todd N. Stratmoen, David M. Wamre
  • Publication number: 20020108312
    Abstract: A reversible door (10), having a defined top, includes two notches (11, 12) on opposite sides of the door. A template is provided to fit into one of the notches (11 or 12) and installer drilled holes are formed through the door proximate one of the notches (11 or 12). Then, a mortised handle assembly (15) is positioned through the holes formed in the notch. A hinge assembly is secured to the opposite side of the door from the handle assembly. A snap cover (14) is positioned in the notch that does not have the handle assembly (15). Therefore, the door (10) is reversible without having to be flipped end for end and provides for a reversible door having mortised hardware.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Publication date: August 15, 2002
    Inventors: Mark E. Abdella, Keith M. Kibbel, John M. Parkhurst, James L. Ralph, Todd N. Stratmoen