Patents Issued in November 26, 2015
  • Publication number: 20150335160
    Abstract: A chair comprising: a base structure, a seat fixed to the base structure, a backrest, and a pair of oscillation joints which connect the backrest to the seat or to the base structure so as to allow tilting of the backrest around a transverse axis between a rest position and a backwardly tilted position, wherein each of said oscillation joints comprises: an essentially L-shaped rigid support a rigid lever articulated to the rigid support, and having a first and a second lever arm located on opposite sides with respect to the articulation axis, and an elastic device comprising a telescopic element and a compression spring, wherein the elastic device applies an elastic force between said rigid support and said first lever arm and wherein said second lever arm protrudes outwards from said rigid support and is fixed to a corresponding side edge of the backrest.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Giancarlo PIRETTI
  • Publication number: 20150335161
    Abstract: A lordosis support for seat back rests, includes a support plate (10) held between two frame legs (14) of the back rest by tension members (12) and having on each side at least one point of attack (22) for the respective tension member (12), and an adjusting device (24) for adjusting the tension force of the tension members (12), wherein the distance between the two points of attack (22) is adjustable and the adjusting device (24) is configured to change this distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Jörg Schwarzbich
  • Publication number: 20150335162
    Abstract: This disclosure concerns an adjustable bed with a deck-on-deck appearance. A concealing assembly is attached to the center frame of an articulating bed, wherein the concealing assembly is situated below the mattress platform and conceals the base frame as the center frame moves along the base frame when the bed articulates. In other embodiments, such as for non-wall hugger beds where the center frame is stationary, a concealing assembly may still be used but will also be stationary.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Martin B. Rawls-Meehan
  • Publication number: 20150335163
    Abstract: A mattress assembly includes a first layer of viscoelastic foam defining an upper surface, and a second layer of non-viscoelasiic foam supporting the first layer. The mattress assembly also includes a plurality of static spring elements positioned beneath the upper surface for enhancing a firmness of the combined first and second layers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2012
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: Tempur-Pedic Management, LLC
    Inventors: Tyler W. KILGORE, Christopher ARENDOSKI, Mohamed F. ALZOUBI
  • Publication number: 20150335164
    Abstract: A tensioning structure for use in inflatable products is provided. The inflatable structure may include a first plastic sheet, a second plastic sheet spaced apart from the first plastic sheet, and an inflatable air chamber defined by the first plastic sheet and the second plastic sheet. A plurality of tensioning structures may be disposed within the air chamber. Each tensioning structure may include a panel made of a single sheet of porous material, a first weld sheet affixed to a first end of the panel and affixed to the first plastic sheet, and a second weld sheet affixed to a second end of the panel opposite the first weld sheet and affixed to the second plastic sheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Feng Liu
  • Publication number: 20150335165
    Abstract: Smart response technology mattresses generally includes a sub-core assembly including a self-adjusting, non-powered smart response unit and a polyurethane foam circumscribing a perimeter of the smart response unit and having a thickness equal to or less than a thickness of the smart response unit, wherein the smart response unit comprises a plurality of fluid support cells, wherein each fluid support cell includes an envelope and a reforming element disposed within the envelope; a manifold system including a manifold conduit interconnecting at least two of the fluid support cells, and intake and exhaust valves fluidly coupled to the manifold conduit configured to dynamically open and close in response to a weight load. The mattresses include additional foam layers overlaying the sub-core assembly to define the smart response technology mattresses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: William C. Creekmuir, Richard F. Gladney
  • Publication number: 20150335166
    Abstract: Cushioning elements include a breathable material configured to allow gases to pass through at least a portion thereof, and a plurality of discrete segments of thermoplastic elastomeric gel (“gel”) heat-fused or otherwise attached to the breathable material. The gel comprises an elastomeric polymer and a plasticizer, with a plasticizer-to-polymer ratio of from about 0.3 to about 50. The plurality of discrete segments defines at least one breathable gap between adjacent discrete segments. Methods of forming cushioning elements include forming a plurality of discrete segments of gel, securing each segment to a breathable material, and providing a gas path through the breathable material and between adjacent segments. Another method includes providing molten gel within a mold, providing at least a second portion of the gel within a permeable material, and solidifying the gel to form discrete segments of gel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2012
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: EDIZONE, LLC
    Inventors: Tony M. Pearce, Russell B. Whatcott, LaVon Lee Bennett
  • Publication number: 20150335167
    Abstract: Support device for supporting a body or a part of a body, in particular of a human body, comprising at least one deformable element with a first face and a second face opposite each other and provided with at least one detection means for detecting deformations of said deformable element, in which the detection means comprises: a substrate sheet (20), which is connected to one of the faces of said deformable element (6) extending parallel thereto and is provided with a plurality of metal windings (19) formed flat on at least one face of this substrate sheet, and a plurality of metal pellets (28), which are connected to the other face of said deformable element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: System Assistance Medical
    Inventor: Sébastian Cinquin
  • Publication number: 20150335168
    Abstract: A composite seat cushion includes a high-resiliency inner foam core, at least one gel-infused memory foam layer extending over at least a portion of a top surface of the inner foam core, and a first down proof tick layer positioned on top of the gel-infused memory foam layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Richard Favata, Larry Wright, Robin Yount, David Sadlowski
  • Publication number: 20150335169
    Abstract: A fixing device includes an encircle element having lateral sides and two flap portions extending outwardly from the lateral sides and formed with a through hole; a positioning element fixed securely to the encircle element and having lateral sides extending parallel to the lateral sides of the encircle element so as to define restriction chambers, wherein one lateral side of the positioning element has a longitudinal length greater than the lateral sides of the encircle element and is formed with an upward notch; and a locking plate having a first end connected pivotally to the through hole in the encircle element and a second end formed with a downward notch such that the locking plate is pivotable relative to the encircle element between an unlocked position, in which the notches disengage relative to each other and a locking position, in which the notches engages relative to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: SPEC SEATS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
    Inventor: MEI CHUEN LIN
  • Publication number: 20150335170
    Abstract: A support device for children includes a base assembly comprising a frame, and a plurality of interchangeable support assemblies configured for removable attachment to the base assembly. The base assembly includes a first coupling element and each of the interchangeable support assemblies include a second coupling element for cooperative engagement with the first coupling element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: KIDS II, INC.
    Inventor: Cesar Corral CASTILLA
  • Publication number: 20150335171
    Abstract: A child carrier and support apparatus for securing a child in a seated position atop a wearer's shoulders is provided which is adapted to engage with a conventional backpack or strapped carrier. The device features a pair of cuffs engageable with the shoulder straps to removably encircle the ankles of the seated child and a sternum strap engaged between the cuffs to limit the distance of spacing of the shoulder straps. A U-shaped seat has two straps engageable to the two cuffs to hold the seat in operative positioning on the shoulders of the wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Reinold Tagle
  • Publication number: 20150335172
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for making same utilizing a breathable mesh material having a reduced suffocation resistance level for infant and toddler use. The breathable mesh material includes an inner and outer fabric that includes larger openings on the front substructure than on the back substructure and a pile substructure is integrated and extends between the front and back substructures allowing air to substantially move effectively therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: BreathableBaby, LLC
    Inventors: Dale Richard Waters, Susan Marie Waters
  • Publication number: 20150335173
    Abstract: A multifunctional light cabinet structure contains at least one light frame, at least one holder, and a plurality of support columns. Each light frame includes an accommodating chamber for accommodating a LED light set and includes a plurality of first grooves. Each first groove has a first abutting protrusion extending outwardly around a central section of an inner wall thereof. Each holder includes a receiving room corresponding to the accommodating chamber and a plate received in the receiving room, the plate has a plurality of limiting orifices, each holder also includes a plurality of second grooves, each second groove has a second abutting protrusion extending outwardly around a central section of an inner wall thereof. Each support column includes a C-shaped cross section so as to insert through each first groove and each second groove. Each support column is positioned by the first abutting protrusion and the second abutting protrusion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: HAPPY FAMILY HOME TECHNOLOGY,INC.
    Inventor: Song San Lee
  • Publication number: 20150335174
    Abstract: A display case door for a product storage device includes a transparent unit through which products within the product storage device are visible. The transparent unit includes a transparent LCD panel configured to present visual media content. The display case door further includes an electrical hinge pin rotatably coupling the display case door to the product storage device and one or more electrical conductors extending through the electrical hinge pin. The electrical conductors deliver the visual media content to the transparent LCD panel from a remote data source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Paul J. Artwohl, Jeffery W. Nicholson, Mark Sandnes
  • Publication number: 20150335175
    Abstract: A temperature-controlled display device includes a temperature-controlled space and a refrigeration circuit configured to provide cooling for the temperature-controlled space. The refrigeration circuit is configured to operate in multiple cooling modes including a normal refrigeration mode and an anti-ingression mode. A proximity sensor is configured to detect an object such as a human hand or forearm within a detection zone adjacent to a door handle of the temperature-controlled display device. A controller estimates a distance between the handle and the detected object using an input from the proximity sensor. The controller causes the refrigeration circuit to transition between the multiple cooling modes based on the estimated distance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: Hill Phoenix, Inc.
    Inventors: Jules G. Choueifati, Lyman W. Wycoff
  • Publication number: 20150335176
    Abstract: A display unit including a plurality of shelves and at least one collapsible support element, wherein the display unit is configured to be moveable between a compact state in which the at least one support element is in a collapsed position, and at least one assembled state in which the plurality of shelves are assembled whereby each assembled shelf is separated by, and supported by the at least one support element in an extended position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: Rare Shopgear Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Simon Piskor
  • Publication number: 20150335177
    Abstract: The present invention provides a display system for flat articles generally including a rack, one or more carriers, and a plurality of flat articles. The rack comprises a plurality of vertical rack supports and a plurality of horizontal rack supports forming bays between the vertical rack supports. The one or more carriers have an upper mounting bracket, a lower mounting bracket, a pair of upright members, and at least one pair of support members, and are attached to upper and lower horizontal rack supports within each bay. The pair of upright members are coupled to each of the upper and lower mounting brackets in a horizontally spaced-apart manner, and the pair of support members extends between the pair of upright members in a vertically spaced-apart manner. The plurality of flat articles may be slidably engaged with the pair of support members so that a front surface is exposed for viewing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: MILTON W. GOODWIN, MICHAEL S. OHEARN, STEVEN R. BRANT
  • Publication number: 20150335178
    Abstract: A single-item-access (SIA) sub-drawer is disclosed that has a body with a compartment and a lid that is selectably securable in a closed position that encloses the compartment. The SIA sub-drawer includes a lid latch configured to secure and selectably release the lid and a sub-drawer latch configured to engage and selectably release a retention hook to secure the SIA sub-drawer to a dispensing cabinet. The SIA sub-drawer also includes a processor configured to cause the lid latch to release the lid upon receipt of a lid release signal and to cause the sub-drawer latch to release the retention hook upon receipt of a sub-drawer release signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Michael RAHILLY
  • Publication number: 20150335179
    Abstract: A hanging device and method using a male portion, a female portion, and a leveling portion to hang display items level with the ground. The male portion has a V-shaped dovetail tenon and the female portion has a V-shaped dovetail mortise adapted to male with the dovetail tenon. The leveling portion is also adapted to mate with the V-shaped mortise of the female portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: CHARLES MARK LASHINSKE
  • Publication number: 20150335180
    Abstract: A supporting pillow structure for a user to sleep or to perform sedentary activity facing down toward the pillow structure with the user's hands and arms placed underneath their face. The pillow structure includes a top opening substantially on the top surface of the pillow structure for the user's face to lean into the pillow structure, at least two side openings in the side of the pillow structure for the user to insert the user's arms into the pillow structure and place the user's arms underneath their head or body comfortably and to increase airflow for the user to breathe comfortably while resting, and a cavity in the middle of the pillow structure for airflow between the openings and for placing objects within the pillow structure, allowing the user to perform tasks requiring minimal physical activity while remaining comfortable and sedentary for an extended period of time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: John Jay WAGNER
  • Publication number: 20150335181
    Abstract: A contrasting dining surface has a first area configured to receive a serving of food thereon. The first area of the dining surface has a light appearance. The dining surface further comprises a second area configured to receive a serving of food thereon. The second area of the dining surface has a dark appearance. The first area and the second area contrast with each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Myron D. Martin
  • Publication number: 20150335182
    Abstract: A container is provided with a lid having a push-button trigger mechanism that operates both a drink seal for a drinking opening and a vent seal for a vent opening. The trigger translates in a straight line transverse to a longitudinal axis of the container body during the entire movement of the trigger to define a straight-line actuation stroke. The vent opening is initially opened during a first portion of the actuation stroke of the trigger, and the drink opening is initially opened during a second portion of the actuation stroke of the trigger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: IGNITE USA, LLC
    Inventor: Steven N. Pinelli
  • Publication number: 20150335183
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for receiving an electronic signal in a smart container and notifying a user of the electronic signal comprises coupling an electronic receiver to the smart container and coupling a display panel to the electronic receiver are disclosed. Receiving the electronic signal by the electronic receiver from an electronic device transmitter, and digitally displaying the electronic signal on the display panel of the smart container to notify the user of the electronic signal are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Suhasini Balachandran, Andrea Theresa Jersa
  • Publication number: 20150335184
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for coupling at least one electronic component to a smart container is disclosed. A fluid level indicator transducer coupled to the smart container for determining a level of fluid in the smart container and a hollow casing coupled to the smart container for storing at least one cigarette therein are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Suhasini Balachandran, Andrea Theresa Jersa
  • Publication number: 20150335185
    Abstract: The invention provides an improved way to measure any dry goods product, to a specific amount required without using an external measuring device. The device includes an upper and lower chamber to help separate the dry goods product. Within the upper section of the chamber there is a holding chamber. This holding chamber will fill with the dry goods product at a specific measurement. By rotating the box from right side up to upside down, giving the box a few gentle shakes to fill the holding chamber, the dry goods exit out an opening at the end of a ramp along the upper chamber. No other portions of the dry goods can be poured out unless the holding chamber is filled again. The holding chamber of the upper section can be adjusted or changed to accommodate any measurement required. An inserted type upper chamber will work in the same manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Melvin Periard
  • Publication number: 20150335186
    Abstract: The present embodiment provides a straw that is bent near its middle portion to form a reservoir compartment to store a liquid for cooling. When a user sips from the straw, hot liquid from a container enters the reservoir compartment, where it begins to cool towards the surrounding air temperature. When the liquid in the reservoir compartment reaches an acceptable drinking temperature, the user again sips from the straw, which allows him to drink the cooled liquid from the reservoir compartment, and to draw additional hot liquid from the container into the reservoir compartment for cooling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Gregory Michael MacDonald
  • Publication number: 20150335187
    Abstract: A molded rubber or polymer extrusion in the form of a supplement tray designed to fit onto the standard restaurant tray of varying sizes. The supplemental tray is designed to sit upon the surface of the tray, may or may not be secured along its edges, such as by overlapping the tray edge, to provide support for containment of empty beer bottles, cans, or any other beverage containers, through the use of upwardly extending raised compartments, generally semicircular of design, of the specific size and shape of the container to provide for their securement during handling and collection. The molded supplemental tray may cover to some extent the serving tray itself, whether it is approximately half, or less, of the serving tray, to allow for the collection of other spent containers, while a table is being cleared after consumption.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Thomas H. Thornton
  • Publication number: 20150335188
    Abstract: A uniform organizer for indicating correct placement of insignia and badges on a uniform jacket, includes an organizer frame, including a frame hook, a right and left upper frame sections with right and left collar markers, right and left side sections, and a bottom section; a name plate guide with a name cutout; a badge plate guide with a badge cutout, right and left vertical strips, a spacer, a leveling device, such that the uniform organizer can expand and retract as needed, and be configured for use with various types of uniforms from different military branches.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Dimitri Davis
  • Publication number: 20150335189
    Abstract: A stand may be provided. The stand may include a base portion. The base portion may be a hollow cylinder with an open top, capable of retaining liquid. The base portion may also have support legs extending therefrom. There may be brace members situated within the base portion that may form a socket for receiving a securing portion. The securing portion may be able to rotate and tilt within the socket formed by the brace members. The securing portion may be a hollow sphere with receiving aperture defined by an open ended cylinder extending therefrom. There may be locking members for locking the securing portion in a desired orientation and there may be fastening members for securing an object within the securing portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Larry L. NALLY
  • Publication number: 20150335190
    Abstract: A retort sterilization device includes a water steam generation device for generating water steam and a heating pot, connected to the water steam generation device, for accommodating retort food. The water steam generation device includes a heat exchanger for performing heat exchange between liquid flowing in a liquid path and heating vapor flowing in the vapor path. A top end of the liquid path of the heat exchanger is connected via a water steam supply pipe to a water steam ejection section located in an internal area of the heating pot. The heat exchanger is connected to a liquid container. A bottom end of the liquid path of the heat exchanger is connected to the liquid container via a communicating tube. The liquid container is coupled to the heating pot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Hiroshi TOMODA, Norio KADOWAKI, Hironobu TOMODA, Manabu MORIWAKI, Satoru KADOWAKI
  • Publication number: 20150335191
    Abstract: A microwave pressure cooker including safety interlock mechanisms. A blow vent is provided in the cooker lid, and a lock bar is pivoted to the cooker lid in a position to block the blow vent when the lock bar is resting under its own weight. The free end of the lock bar includes a lock tab with a spline projecting outward. The lock tab extends through a slot at the periphery of the lid. The cooker base include a handle with a cam section ending in a lock wall. The cooker lid is placed on the base in a release position and rotated to a locking position. During this rotation the lock tab rides over the cam section and then falls adjacent the lock wall, thus sealing the blow vent. After cooking the cover is physically prevented from rotating back to the release position by the lock tab abutting the lock wall. The user must physically lift the lock bar which in turn unseals the blow vent to ensure internal pressure is released.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Dimitri M.C.J. Backaert, Ralph F.E. Eikelenberg, Ine Vandaele, Ledu Q. Nguyen, Edward M. Poslinski
  • Publication number: 20150335192
    Abstract: An appliance including a heating and circulating unit immersed in a pot for cooking food inside a cooking bag immersed in the water. A first recess is formed in a base for storing the heating and circulating unit. A second recess is formed in the base for storing the vacuum packaging unit. A third recess is formed in the base for holding a supply of cooking bags. Prior to cooking food is placed into the cooking bag and evacuated with the vacuum packaging unit. The vacuum packaging unit includes an electronic display and an electronic control panel. An electrical cable connects the vacuum packaging unit and the heating and the circulating unit. The heating and the circulating unit and the vacuum packaging unit are controlled from the electronic control panel and data related to the operation thereof is displayed on the electronic display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: SUNBEAM PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Enrique Plazarte, Jason Harris
  • Publication number: 20150335193
    Abstract: The invention relates to a device for preparing a beverage from a beverage ingredient contained in a receptacle (17) by driving the receptacle (17) in centrifugation comprising a holding part (16) arranged for holding the receptacle (17) in a position enabling it to be rotated along a longitudinal axis of rotation (I), a liquid interfacing part (8) arranged for engaging against the receptacle (17) and for supplying water in the receptacle (17) and extracting the beverage. The holding part (16) and the liquid interfacing part (8) are connected together by connection means in such a manner that these parts (8, 16) rotate together with the receptacle (17) during centrifugation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2013
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Christian Jarisch, Zbynek STRUZKA, Stefan Etter, Alexandre PERENTES
  • Publication number: 20150335194
    Abstract: A coffee machine includes: a brewing device operable to generate steam, and including a steam spout that is movable upwardly and downwardly and that is used to deliver the steam generated by the brewing device; and a box including a box body configured for containing a liquid to be frothed, and a steam inlet portion disposed on the box body. The box body is placed on the brewing device such that the steam inlet portion is disposed below the steam spout to permit entry of the steam exiting the steam spout into the box. The steam spout is movable between an engaging position, where the steam spout engages the steam inlet portion, and a disengaging position, where the steam spout is disengaged from the steam inlet portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Weijun ZHONG, Fu YAN
  • Publication number: 20150335195
    Abstract: Provided is a milk-based drink production device designed to work with a steam output nozzle tip of a coffee maker, where the device contains a steam input conduit. The device contains a connection system to the steam output nozzle tip which includes at least one mobile jaw that shifts between a connected position, in which a watertight connection is formed between the steam output nozzle tip and the steam input conduit and in which the device cannot be separated from the steam output nozzle tip, and a disconnected position in which the device may be separated from the steam output nozzle tip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Olivier Beaudet, Christian Dupuy, Christophe Guerin
  • Publication number: 20150335196
    Abstract: Provided is a milk-based drink production device with a connection system designed to work with a steam output nozzle tip of a coffee maker, where said connection system has a connected position, in which a watertight connection is formed between the steam output nozzle tip and the device, and a disconnected position, in which the device may be separated from the steam output nozzle tip, and the device contains a frothing system which shifts between an installed position on the device and a position removed from the device. The device contains extraction safety mechanisms which prevent the frothing system from moving from the installed position to the removed position when the connection system is in the connected position and/or connection safety mechanisms which prevent the connection system from moving from the disconnected position to the connected position when the frothing system is not in the installed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Olivier Beaudet, Christophe Guerin
  • Publication number: 20150335197
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a beverage machine with a rotatable brew chamber, and more particularly, to a beverage machine with a rotatable brew chamber wherein the brew chamber is moved upwardly and downwardly and rotated forwardly and backwardly by means of an operation of a lever and high pressure air is supplied to a water outlet pipe connecting a temperature conversion tank and the brew chamber with each other, thus completely discharging the liquid remaining in the water outlet pipe. According to the present invention, the brew chamber can be open or closed by means of one time operation of the lever, thus allowing a cartridge to be easily detachably mounted therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: CLOVER CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Il Mook MOON, Sun Bae HONG, Young Wook KIM
  • Publication number: 20150335198
    Abstract: A griddle (10) is disclosed which includes a base (11) and a griddle plate (13). The base includes a frame (15) and a removable grease trough (16). The frame includes sidewalls (18) with top surface (22) having a grease collection channel (23) with a capture hole (24) located so that liquids within the grease collection channel flow through the grease capture hole and into the grease trough. The base has a grease trough well (26) configured to receive the grease trough therein. The grease trough includes a trough collection catch (28) with a sump (32), a handle base (29), and a thermally insulative handle or handle insert (30). The griddle plate has a top surface (38) and a stepped bottom surface (39) defined by a peripheral side edge (40). The stepped bottom surface includes a groove (44) which forms a drip edge (45) positioned above the grease collection channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: Viking Range, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew L. Ortner, Michael C. Milner
  • Publication number: 20150335199
    Abstract: A griddle (10) is disclosed which includes a base (11) and a griddle plate (13). The base includes a frame (15) and a removable grease trough (16). The frame includes sidewalls (18) with top surface (22) having a grease collection channel (23) with a capture hole (24) located so that liquids within the grease collection channel flow through the grease capture hole and into the grease trough. The base has a grease trough well (26) configured to receive the grease trough therein. The grease trough includes a trough collection catch (28) with a sump (32), a handle base (29), and a thermally insulative handle or handle insert (30). The griddle plate has a top surface (38) and a stepped bottom surface (39) defined by a peripheral side edge (40). The stepped bottom surface includes a groove (44) which forms a drip edge (45) positioned above the grease collection channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Matthew L. Ortner, Michael C. Milner
  • Publication number: 20150335200
    Abstract: A griddle (10) is disclosed which includes a base (11) and a griddle plate (13). The base includes a frame (15) and a removable grease trough (16). The frame includes sidewalls (18) with top surface (22) having a grease collection channel (23) with a capture hole (24) located so that liquids within the grease collection channel flow through the grease capture hole and into the grease trough. The base has a grease trough well (26) configured to receive the grease trough therein. The grease trough includes a trough collection catch (28) with a sump (32), a handle base (29), and a thermally insulative handle or handle insert (30). The griddle plate has a top surface (38) and a stepped bottom surface (39) defined by a peripheral side edge (40). The stepped bottom surface includes a groove (44) which forms a drip edge (45) positioned above the grease collection channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Matthew L. Ortner
  • Publication number: 20150335201
    Abstract: A fryer debris catcher to trap particles in a fryer vat comprising a basket, where the basket receives at least one fryer basket; a plurality of holes on every surface of the basket, where the plurality of holes drain oil in the fryer vat and catch the particles in the oil; and a handle extending from a rim of the basket, where the handle is coating in an insulating material. The fryer debris catcher may be coated in silicone or made from a molded silicone form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Frederick Hobbs
  • Publication number: 20150335202
    Abstract: A portable food heating device includes a soft-walled, flexible enclosure and a heating element within the enclosure for cooking a food item and maintaining the food item within a desired temperature range. The device includes an opening and a lid covering the opening. The heating element may be connected within a heating tray that is supported on the enclosure. The heating tray may be positioned within the enclosure. In one embodiment, the heating tray is not attached to the enclosure, such that they tray may be removed from the enclosure and used outside the enclosure. The heating tray includes a controller, such as a thermal switch, that is programmed to maintain the heating tray within a desired temperature range.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Donald W. Wisner, Terry L. Plumert
  • Publication number: 20150335203
    Abstract: A whisk includes a handle, a shaft and flexible wires. The handle has a cavity with a spiral internal track to engage and rotate the shaft with up and down motion of the handle. A collar is slidably mounted with a friction fit on the shaft. The flexible wires are coupled to the collar and to the second end of the shaft. Movement of the collar on the shaft changes the shape of the flexible wires. At the second end of the shaft, the flexible wires extend downwardly and then radially outwardly to lie in a plane and finally are bent toward the slidably mounted collar. A foot is rotatably mounted on the second end of the shaft and includes a bearing surface. The bearing surface extends from the second end of the shaft and beyond the defined plane within a clearance of coincidence with the defined plane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: MASTRAD, S.A.
    Inventors: MARC VENOT, MATHIEU LION
  • Publication number: 20150335204
    Abstract: The invention provides stirring and/or mixing utensils such as pots, pans and the like, for preparing foodstuffs for consumption by mixing and possibly also heating them in an environment in which they can be tumbled or otherwise moved in three-dimensions. Utensils in accordance with some embodiments of the invention comprise cooking or frying utensils incorporating a food chamber that is mounted for rotation about three orthogonal axes. Utensils in accordance with other embodiments of the invention use, in combination, a food chamber mounted for rotation about two mutually orthogonal axes and a stirring device driven about the third axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2013
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Paul Palmer, Sivaprakash Shanmugam
  • Publication number: 20150335205
    Abstract: An aromatic misting system for use with a bathtub comprises a reservoir having an open top end in which a removable cover structure is disposed. The cover structure has an orifice through which an aromatic mist is discharged. A liquid atomizing piezoelectric element is sealingly secured at a bottom end of the reservoir. The cover structure has a switch actuator when disposed at one position. When the cover is positioned at a second closed position, the reservoir is closed and the switch is not actuated. When there is hot water in the bathtub, the aromatic mist created in the reservoir is drawn out by the hot air generated by hot water placed in the bathtub adjacent the cover orifice, thus creating a temperature differential between the hot air and the cooler mist generated in the reservoir wherein the mist is drawn out by the temperature differential and propagates into a misty cloud over the bathtub.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: Henry Brunelle
  • Publication number: 20150335206
    Abstract: Embodiments described herein include a bathtub closure system having a step, the step having a first side panel, a second side panel, and an elongated platform defining a cavity, where the cavity can be configured to facilitate ingress and egress into a bathtub. The bathtub closure system can include a closure, where the closure can be coupled with the step and can cooperate with the step to form a substantially watertight seal when the closure is in a closed position. The bathtub closure system can include a support portion, where the support portion can be co-molded with the step and have a substantially U-shaped configuration extending in a generally downward direction from the step to support the step during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Lance Middleton, Brian Muldoon, Houston E. Lay
  • Publication number: 20150335207
    Abstract: A soap dispenser may include a soap providing unit, an exhausting tube and a fitting unit. The fitting unit is disposed in the soap providing unit, and when an outlet pipe of the exhausting tube is disposed in a second receiving space of the soap providing unit, a fitting hole of fitting unit is used to cover the outlet pipe and protruding ribs of the fitting unit are used to secure the outer wall of the outlet pipe, and the soap providing unit can be securely positioned on the outlet pipe. The fitting unit is made by soft plastic materials so when the protruding ribs are used to secure the outer wall of the outlet pipe, the friction during the assembly process of the exhausting tube can be avoided to further reduce the chance of replacing the exhausting tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: RIN SHING METAL CO., LTD.
    Inventor: His-Chin Hsieh
  • Publication number: 20150335208
    Abstract: Exemplary dispensers, pumps and refill units for dispensing a liquid soap and concentrate mixtures are disclosed herein. An exemplary foam dispenser system includes a foamable liquid container, a concentrate container, an air source for providing pressurized air and a mixing chamber. One or more liquid conduits place the contents of the foamable liquid container in fluid communication with the mixing chamber. One or more air passages place the air source in fluid communication with the mixing chamber. An outlet conduit out of the mixing chamber is also provided. One or more concentrate conduits place the contents of the concentrate container in fluid communication with one of the liquid conduits, the air conduits, the mixing chamber and the outlet conduit. Mix media located within the outlet conduit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Applicant: GOJO Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Nick E. Ciavarella, John J. McNulty, Chris Fricker
  • Publication number: 20150335209
    Abstract: The historical, traditional flat towel has never been changed in the technical sense. The Therapeutic Pocket Towel combines the ability of absorbent fabric to technically cling to the hands with the combination of gentle pressure, gravity and tension. The entire towel line of products are utilitarian in design. Each pocket is sized and constructed specifically to allow the user's hands to easily slip into the fabric or material where seams create a pocket/glove-like controlling agent. The hands will easily slip out as easily as they slip in by gravity or gentle pressure. When your hands are in the pockets it feels natural to spread your fingers apart which instantly gives you real control over the flexible fabric. This utility does not keep a person from closing the hand. The natural urge to curl the fingers is not obstructed. This gives the users the choice to open the hand or close the hand to have the benefit of control and efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventor: NEECIE PRICE