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Snellville, GA, United States of America

Don S Summerville

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: The Coca-Cola Company. Active years: 1985-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Don S Summerville. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/don-s-summerville

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 295(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Decatur, GA (US) (1985 - 1988)
  • Snellville, GA (US) (1987 - 1998)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 1,606 
 
The Coca-Cola Company
 patents

Years Active: 1985-1998

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D389672 - Display cabinet (1998-01-27),
2. 5383297 - Vendor selection panel asssembly (1995-01-24),
3. 5090589 - Coin-operated vending machine (1992-02-25),
4. D297246 - Vending machine (1988-08-16),
5. 4763963 - Skewed serpentine multi-package product storage rack (1988-08-16),
6. D295296 - Housing for a vending machine (1988-04-19),
7. D295295 - Control panel for vending machine or the like (1988-04-19),
8. D295294 - Vending machine (1988-04-19),
9. D294958 - Vending machine (1988-03-29),
10. 4682709 - Coin-operated vending machine (1987-07-28),
11. D290619 - Vending machine (1987-06-30),
12. D288574 - Vending machine (1987-03-03),
13. 4554419 - Touch selection panel for a vending machine (1985-11-19),

Title: Don S Summerville: Innovator in Product Display Solutions

Introduction

Don S Summerville is a notable inventor based in Snellville, Georgia. He has made significant contributions to the field of product display solutions, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative designs have enhanced the way products are presented and identified in retail environments.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are several groundbreaking inventions. One of his notable patents is a display cabinet that features a vendor selection panel assembly. This assembly includes a lattice-type carrier for separate product identification labels and package size/price labels. The carrier is secured to the back of a vandal-resistant front selection panel, which has one or more transparent windows for the labels mounted on the carrier. Additionally, the carrier is designed with generally rectangular frame-type openings where translucent product identification labels can be mounted and backlit. The package size/price labels can either be mounted in smaller frame-type openings above the respective product identification labels or adhesively attached to the front surface of the carrier.

Career Highlights

Don S Summerville is currently employed at The Coca-Cola Company, where he continues to innovate and develop new solutions for product display. His work has significantly impacted the retail industry, providing enhanced visibility and accessibility for consumers.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Don has collaborated with several talented individuals, including Eddie Wayne King and Lionel D Gillespie. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of innovative products.

Conclusion

Don S Summerville is a distinguished inventor whose contributions to product display solutions have made a lasting impact. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the retail landscape.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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