West Chester, PA, United States of America

Thomas A Walraven

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Christiana Metals Corporation. Active years: 1977-1978.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas A Walraven. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-a-walraven

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1977-1978

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Thomas A. Walraven

Introduction

Thomas A. Walraven is an accomplished inventor based in West Chester, PA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of container design, particularly focusing on easy-open mechanisms. With a total of 2 patents to his name, Walraven's work has enhanced the convenience of accessing contents in various containers.

Latest Patents

Walraven's latest patents include a "Method of making container with easy open top" and a "Container with easy open top." Both inventions feature a unique design that incorporates a disk juxtaposed to a hole in the container lid. This disk is welded to the lid by a ring weld that circumscribes the hole. Access to the container's contents is achieved by pushing the disk into the container, allowing it to tear along the weld without separating from the lid. This innovative approach provides a user-friendly solution for consumers.

Career Highlights

Walraven is currently employed at Christiana Metals Corporation, where he continues to develop and refine his inventive ideas. His work at the company has allowed him to collaborate with other talented professionals in the field.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include John G. Thomas and James B. Hall. Their collective expertise contributes to a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation.

Conclusion

Thomas A. Walraven's contributions to container design exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents reflect a commitment to improving user experience through practical solutions.

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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