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Southbury, CT, United States of America

Thomas M Lyga

USPTO Granted Patents = 41

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 186(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Torrington, CT (US) (1992 - 1999)
  • Southbury, CT (US) (2002 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal41 out of 2,979 
 
Pitney Bowes Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 9,638 
 
Hewlett-packard Company
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Mailpiece Stacking Assembly
Mail Processing System
Sheet Material Handling
Envelope Flap Closing
Document Feeder
Paper Handling System
Mailing Machine Transport
Weight Measurement System
Thermal Ink Ribbon
Envelope Inserting Mechanism
Jogger System
Tape Positioning Apparatus
41 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8987626 - Anti-abrasion assembly for mailpiece stacking assembly (2015-03-24),
2. 8748769 - Stacking assembly for a mailpiece sorter (2014-06-10),
3. 8576264 - Registration device for mail processing system having wide print nozzle arrays (2013-11-05),
4. 8544837 - Vacuum roller assembly (2013-10-01),
5. 8540226 - System and method for minimizing the conveyance feed path of a sheet material handling system (2013-09-24),
6. 8178796 - Mailing machine transport system including a guide to reduce the impact on the weighing device caused by the trailing edge of the mailpeice (2012-05-15),
7. 7887053 - Print interface system for a sheet handling device (2011-02-15),
8. 7866661 - Sheet/page buffer for sheet handling apparatus (2011-01-11),
9. 7845639 - Multi-function low profile print interface for a sheet handling device (2010-12-07),
10. 7832444 - Envelope flap closing system (2010-11-16),
11. 7753364 - Method to accommodate a large capacity of sheets in a feeder mechanism (2010-07-13),
12. 7699303 - Multimode stack and shingle document feeder (2010-04-20),
13. 7666129 - Paper folder utilizing sheet inversion to develop auxiliary fold types (2010-02-23),
14. 7604230 - Method of providing multiple separation modes in a feeder (2009-10-20),
15. 7601923 - Parallel path weight measurement system for sheet handling devices (2009-10-13),

Title: Innovations by Thomas M. Lyga in Mailpiece Stacking Technologies

Introduction

Thomas M. Lyga, a prolific inventor based in Southbury, CT, has made significant contributions to the field of mailpiece sorting and stacking. With a remarkable portfolio of 41 patents, he has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce damage during mail processing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Lyga has introduced the "Anti-abrasion assembly for mailpiece stacking assembly." This innovative assembly protects stacked mailpieces from abrasion damage. It comprises a support blade that is moveably mounted to a bin designed to accept a stack of mailpieces, along with an ingestion assembly featuring a leading edge (LE) urge roller and a trailing edge (TE) alignment device. The design allows for precise alignment of each mailpiece and prevents damage during the sorting process.

Another notable patent is the "Stacking assembly for a mailpiece sorter," which features a divert assembly for sorting mailpieces into various sortation bins. This assembly includes a re-direct mechanism to guide mailpieces at an angle relative to the accumulating stack in the sortation bin. Carefully designed components such as a stepper motor-driven cam ensure that each selected mailpiece is efficiently aligned and accumulated without damage.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Thomas M. Lyga has worked with prominent companies such as Pitney Bowes Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Company. His experience in these organizations has significantly shaped his expertise in developing advanced sorting and stacking technologies tailored for the mail processing industry.

Collaborations

Lyga has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including Robert J. Allen and James A. Fairweather. These collaborations have likely played a vital role in refining his inventions and driving innovation within the mailpiece sorting discipline.

Conclusion

Thomas M. Lyga's contributions to mail processing technology illustrate the importance of innovation in enhancing operational efficiency. His latest patents reflect cutting-edge solutions that address common challenges faced in the industry. As he continues to develop new technologies, his work stands as a testament to the crucial role inventors play in driving progress and efficiency in various sectors.

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