This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Lord Corporation. Active years: 2012.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2012
Title: Innovations by Keith Ptuk: Revolutionizing Furniture Design
Introduction
Keith Ptuk is an innovative inventor based in Erie, PA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of furniture design, particularly with his unique approach to enhancing the functionality of chair seatbacks. His work exemplifies the intersection of creativity and practicality in modern furniture.
Latest Patents
Keith Ptuk holds a patent for a "Furniture seatback tilt recline angle limiter and method." This invention provides a furniture chair seatback tilt limiter system that adjustably limits the seatback recline of a chair. The system includes a first gear toothed rotator with a full forward seatback upright endstop and a full recline seatback endstop. Additionally, it features a second gear toothed rotator with an adjustment endstop. The first rotator is free to rotate between the full forward seatback upright endstop and the full recline seatback endstop when the rotator gear teeth are disengaged. The second rotator adjustment endstop limits the rotation of the first rotator to an adjustable reclined seatback tilt limit when the gear teeth are engaged. This innovative design enhances user comfort and adaptability.
Career Highlights
Keith Ptuk is currently employed at Lord Corporation, where he continues to develop innovative solutions in furniture design. His work at Lord Corporation has allowed him to collaborate with other talented professionals in the field, further enhancing his contributions to the industry.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Keith has worked alongside notable colleagues such as David M Catanzarite and Jim Maciak. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking ideas and products.
Conclusion
Keith Ptuk's inventive spirit and dedication to improving furniture design through his patented innovations demonstrate the importance of creativity in everyday products. His contributions not only enhance user experience but also set a standard for future developments in the industry.