Title: William Garland Mayo - Innovator in Fastener Technology.
Introduction: William Garland Mayo is an accomplished inventor based in Raleigh, NC (US). He is currently associated with Ideal Fastener Corporation, where he contributes to advancements in fastener technology. Despite having no granted patents to his name, his innovative spirit is evident in his latest patent applications.
Latest Patent Applications: One of his notable patent applications is titled "Method for Installing Slide Fastener Assembly in Thin Shell Garment." This method outlines a process for installing a slide fastener assembly in a thin shell garment. The process includes providing a slide fastener chain made up of two interlocked rows of teeth, each row being attached to a cord bundle of a respective slide fastener tape. The method further involves removing the interlocked rows of teeth from a portion of the slide fastener chain, thereby defining a length of the chain without teeth. A reinforcing film is introduced to the cord bundles at a specific location along the length of the chain without teeth, shaping the cord bundles for accommodation of a pin and box assembly. The slide fastener chain is then cut at a film-reinforced location, resulting in a semi-finished slide fastener assembly that terminates in a film-reinforced end. Finally, this assembly is attached to one or more panels of a thin shell garment, and the pin and box assembly is installed at the film-reinforced end.
Conclusion: William Garland Mayo's contributions to the field of fastener technology, particularly through his innovative methods, highlight his dedication to improving garment construction. His work at Ideal Fastener Corporation showcases the potential for advancements in this area, even in the absence of granted patents.