Patents by Inventor William D. Bell

William D. Bell 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: 20200282699
    Abstract: A textile sheet element having selectively applied arrays of surface projection elements defining raised zones across an active surface for cleaning and/or personal care, The textile sheet element is adapted for use by itself and/or for attachment to a user manipulated support with or without a handle such as a mop head or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Martin Wildeman, Michelis Hardegree, William D. Bell, Robert A. Johnson, David K. Osteen, Wade Wallace
  • Patent number: 10661529
    Abstract: A textile sheet element having selectively applied arrays of surface projection elements defining raised zones across an active surface for cleaning and/or personal care, The textile sheet element is adapted for use by itself and/or for attachment to a user manipulated support with or without a handle such as a mop head or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Assignee: TIETEX INTERNATIONAL LTD.
    Inventors: Martin Wildeman, Michelis Hardegree, William D. Bell, Robert A. Johnson, David K. Osteen, Wade Wallace
  • Publication number: 20160205248
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system, method, and apparatus for a Mobile Call Center System (MCC) that integrates telemarketing services for a business owner. The MCC may allow business owners to generate a call list based on defined metrics. Furthermore, the present invention's MCC Platform provides a variety of controls that allow Call Agents, who may be employed or contracted, to answer calls based upon their availability, schedule, time of day, and/or any combination of parameters, rules, and roles, and to incorporate the use of the mobile device. The method may include generating a call list base on a set of user defined metrics and contacting a business owners potential customers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2016
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Inventors: GREGORY P. PROBST, WILLIAM D. BELL
  • Publication number: 20120030893
    Abstract: A textile sheet element having selectively applied arrays of surface projection elements defining raised zones across an active surface for cleaning and/or personal care, The textile sheet element is adapted for use by itself and/or for attachment to a user manipulated support with or without a handle such as a mop head or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Inventors: Martin Wildeman, Michelis Hardegree, William D. Bell, Robert A. Johnson, David K. Osteen, Wade Wallace
  • Patent number: 8060973
    Abstract: A textile sheet element having selectively applied arrays of surface projection elements defining raised zones across an active surface for cleaning and/or personal care, The textile sheet element is adapted for use by itself and/or for attachment to a user manipulated support with or without a handle such as a mop head or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2011
    Assignee: Tietex International, Ltd.
    Inventors: Martin Wildeman, Michelis Hardegree, William D. Bell, Robert A. Johnson, David K. Osteen, Wade Wallace
  • Publication number: 20080280094
    Abstract: A textile sheet element having selectively applied arrays of surface projection elements defining raised zones across an active surface for cleaning and/or personal care, The textile sheet element is adapted for use by itself and/or for attachment to a user manipulated support with or without a handle such as a mop head or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Applicant: Tietex International, Ltd.
    Inventors: Martin WILDEMAN, Michelis Hardegree, William D. Bell, Robert A. Johnson, David K. Osteen, Wade Wallace
  • Patent number: 4776916
    Abstract: Method and apparatus are provided for applying a thermoplastic adhesive to a portion of a garment in a predetermined pattern. The portion of the garment is initially loaded onto a conveyor device through a loading fixture and a powdered adhesive is screen printed onto said portion in a predetermined pattern. The adhesive is cured in a drying oven and permitted to cool. A cover panel is then placed over the adhesive and the cover panel is fused to that portion of the garment at elevated temperature and pressure. The resultant garment, preferably a woman's undergarment, possesses the combination of unique control, support, shape and aesthetic characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 11, 1988
    Assignee: Playtex Apparel, Inc.
    Inventors: James Prunesti, William D. Bell, Jane P. Gannaway, Dolores O'Boyle, Anthony Tedeschi
  • Patent number: 4701964
    Abstract: Method and apparatus are provided for applying a thermoplastic adhesive to a portion of a garment in a predetermined pattern. The portion of the garment is initially loaded onto a conveyor device through a loading fixture and a powdered adhesive is screen printed onto said portion in a predetermined pattern. The adhesive is cured in a drying oven and permitted to cool. A cover panel is then placed over the adhesive and the cover panel is fused to that portion of the garment at elevated temperature and pressure. The resultant garment, preferably a woman's undergarment, possesses the combination of unique control, support, shape and aesthetic characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1986
    Date of Patent: October 27, 1987
    Assignee: International Playtex, Inc.
    Inventors: James Prunesti, William D. Bell, Jane P. Gannaway, Dolores O'Boyle, Anthony Tedeschi
  • Patent number: 4551892
    Abstract: A method of preparing a spun yarn for use in a fine gauge wrap knitting machine having the following steps: (a) spinning polyester stable fibers having a denier of less than 2 and having a staple length in a range of about 1.5 to about 2.0 inches, (b) twisting the yarn in a range of 24 to 36 twists per inch, (c) waxing and steaming the yarn, and (d) warping the yarn in an environment having a humidity in a range of 65% to 70% and having a temperature in a range of 70.degree. to 72.degree. Fahrenheit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1985
    Date of Patent: November 12, 1985
    Assignee: International Playtex, Inc.
    Inventors: Shantilal G. Patel, William D. Bell
  • Patent number: 4487040
    Abstract: A moldable fabric of improved hand warp knitted on a 28 gauge tricot warp knitting machine using spun polyester stable yarn.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 1981
    Date of Patent: December 11, 1984
    Assignee: International Playtex, Inc.
    Inventors: Shantilal G. Patel, William D. Bell