This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Textron Corporation, Talon, Inc., Other. Active years: 1976-1987.
Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile
Location History:
- Conneaut Lake, PA (US) (1976 - 1984)
- Stanley, NC (US) (1987)
Company Filing History:
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1 out of 834,513 Years Active: 1976-1987
Title: The Innovative Contributions of Norman W. MacFee
Introduction
Norman W. MacFee is a notable inventor based in Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania. He has made significant contributions to the field of packaging technology, particularly through his innovative designs for bulk material bags. With a total of 13 patents to his name, MacFee's work has had a lasting impact on the industry.
Latest Patents
Among his latest patents is the "Reclosable Bulk Material Bag with Slide Fastener." This invention features a unique design where an inner bag is united with a cover bag. One tape of a closed slide fastener overlaps the interior of the inner bag's rear top extension and is secured in place. The top extension, along with the attached closed slide fastener and a rear top cover bag flap, is folded over the front face of the cover bag. The second tape of the slide fastener is then secured to the front face of the cover bag, ensuring that the flap covers and protects the slide fastener until the initial opening of the bulk material bag. Another significant patent is the "Method of Making Slide Fastener," which describes an invisible slide fastener that includes thermoplastic slide fastener elements secured to folded-back portions of the mounting tapes. The slide fastener elements are molded onto the tapes, allowing integral fastening extensions to extend through an open mesh area of each tape. This design features an interlock structure that is particularly resistant to movement between the opposite rows of slide fastener elements.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, MacFee has worked with several prominent companies, including Textron Corporation and Talon, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in the field of packaging and fastening technologies.
Collaborations
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Conclusion
Norman W. MacFee's innovative patents and contributions to the packaging industry highlight his role as a significant inventor. His work continues to influence the design and functionality of bulk material bags, showcasing the importance of innovation in everyday products.
Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile