Patents by Inventor Tom I. Crumby

Tom I. Crumby 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).

  • Cotton growth regulator
    Patent number: 8399382
    Abstract: Protoporphyrinogen oxidase enzyme-inhibiting compounds are useful in compositions and methods for regulating growth of cotton plants. Of particular interest is the use of carfentrazone ethyl and certain metabolites thereof for regulating growth of cotton plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: FMC Corporation
    Inventors: Tom I. Crumby, Joseph P. Reed, Henry R. Mitchell, Stewart Throop, John S. Wilson, John C. Braun, Jr.
  • Cotton Growth Regulator
    Publication number: 20090062122
    Abstract: Protoporphyrinogen oxidase enzyme-inhibiting compounds are useful in compositions and methods for regulating growth of cotton plants. Of particular interest is the use of carfentrazone ethyl and certain metabolites thereof for regulating growth of cotton plants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2007
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Applicant: FMC Corporation
    Inventors: Tom I. Crumby, Joseph P. Reed, Henry R. Mitchell, Stewart Throop, John S. Wilson, John C. Braun, JR.
  • Returnable container for liquid chemicals and fitting therefor
    Patent number: 4741368
    Abstract: The use of liquid chemical containers in closed chemical applicator systems is made more secure, safe, convenient and cost effective by a fitting which combines a quick connect-disconnect coupler and a vent/fill tube in a single, protected assembly. The fitting eliminates the need for other openings in the containers and renders the containers returnable to distribution points for refill and/or cleaning, thereby avoiding operator contact with the chemical during transfer and minimizing unauthorized access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1986
    Date of Patent: May 3, 1988
    Assignee: FMC Corporation
    Inventor: Tom I. Crumby