Jason T Throne from Hudson, WI, age 65

Us Patents

Enclosed Retractable Panel Made From Cell-Inside-A-Cell Honeycomb Material
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US Patent:

6345486, Feb 12, 2002
Filed:

Apr 19, 2000
Appl. No.:

09/550365
Inventors:

Wendell B. Colson - Weston MA
Paul G. Swiszcz - Boulder CO
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E06B 924
US Classification:

527931, 523091, 5279311, 160 8405, 428 12, 428 73, 428118, 428188
Abstract:

An expandable and contractible honeycomb insulating panel is described. The panel is formed by attaching a plurality of adjacent embedded tubular cell units, wherein each embedded tubular cell unit comprises at least one side having multiple layers of material. In this manner, the panel has superior insulating or light blocking capabilities in a volume comparable to a honeycomb panel made of tubular cells having a single layer of material. In another form, a retractable cover for an architectural opening is described that includes such a honeycomb insulating panel. Also, the honeycomb insulating panel may be enclosed to provide insulation.

Dual-Laminate Honeycomb Material
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US Patent:

6416842, Jul 9, 2002
Filed:

Jan 20, 2000
Appl. No.:

09/487974
Inventors:

Paul G. Swiszcz - Boulder CO
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

B32B 312
US Classification:

428116, 428 12, 428152, 428181, 428188
Abstract:

A dual-laminate honeycomb panel permits the use of two or more different materials to form a single panel. In this manner, a retractable covering for an architectural opening may be formed that has a different appearance depending upon which side of the panel is being viewed. The resultant panel is formed by attaching a plurality of elongated precursor tubular cells, wherein each precursor tubular cell itself comprises two strips of material attached to one another.

Vane For An Architectural Covering And Method Of Making Same
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US Patent:

6631750, Oct 14, 2003
Filed:

Dec 6, 2001
Appl. No.:

10/008966
Inventors:

Wendell B. Colson - Weston MA
Paul G. Swiszcz - Boulder CO
James M. Anthony - Denver CO
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E06B 9386
US Classification:

1601681V, 160236, 160900
Abstract:

A vane for an architectural covering, such as of the type used in a window opening, is designed for vertical suspension so as to resist twisting along its length. The vane is constructed in a tubular configuration and may have one or more internal hollow cells. The external configuration of the vane may simulate an air foil or have other related configurations. The vanes are preferably made of a material having diagonal, dimensional stability or memory, i. e. the ability to resist stretching in a direction diagonal to the length or width of the material. A reinforcing strip can be inserted into an open end of the vane to provide a positive and durable attachment for suspending the vane from an operating system.

Covering For A Simulated Divided Light Architectural Opening And Systems For Mounting Same
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US Patent:

6808001, Oct 26, 2004
Filed:

Apr 22, 2003
Appl. No.:

10/421457
Inventors:

Ralph G. Jelic - Boulder CO
Paul F. Josephson - Longmont CO
Barbara A. Forst Randle - Broomfield CO
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO
Ronald L. Bowman - Golden CO
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E06B 908
US Classification:

160120
Abstract:

Various embodiments of an architectural covering insert primarily adapted for use in simulated divided light openings is disclosed. The insert includes an outer framework with horizontal and vertical dividers, a plurality of horizontally or vertically disposed shade components associated with one or more dividers and control means for moving the shade components between extended and retracted positions across simulated openings defined by the vertical and horizontal dividers. The shade components can be of the roller shade type or collapsible cellular type with the net result being that, from a visual standpoint, there are shade components associated with each individual simulated opening defined by the horizontal and vertical dividers, as opposed to a single shade that covers the entire architectural opening.

Method Of Making A Dual-Laminate Honeycomb Panel
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US Patent:

6982020, Jan 3, 2006
Filed:

Jun 12, 2002
Appl. No.:

10/172686
Inventors:

Paul G. Swiszcz - Boulder CO, US
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO, US
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

B29C 53/36
US Classification:

156203, 156 65, 156217, 156218, 156221
Abstract:

A dual-laminate honeycomb panel permits the use of two or more different materials to form a single panel. In this manner, a retractable covering for an architectural opening may be formed that has a different appearance depending upon which side of the panel is being viewed. The resultant panel is formed by attaching a plurality of elongated precursor tubular cells, wherein each precursor tubular cell itself comprises two strips of material attached to one another.

Tubular Slat For Covering For Architectural Openings
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US Patent:

7100666, Sep 5, 2006
Filed:

Jul 16, 2001
Appl. No.:

10/332411
Inventors:

Wendell B. Colson - Weston MA, US
James M. Anthony - Denver CO, US
Paul G. Swiszcz - Boulder CO, US
Jason T. Throne - Steamboat Springs CO, US
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E06B 9/386
US Classification:

160236, 160173 R, 160900
Abstract:

A slat or vane () for use in a covering for an architectural opening is suitable for use in either a horizontal or vertical orientation and in a horizontal orientation will not sag or droop, and in a vertical orientation will rotate uniformly along its length when rotated from end thereof. The slat () is formed in a tubular configuration and has a base material of glass fibers bonded together in a thermoformable resin so as to maintain the arcuate curvature desired for the tubular slat or vane (). The slat () can be repeatedly deformed and will always return to its original configuration.

Method Of Manufacturing A Compressible Structural Panel With Reinforcing Dividers
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US Patent:

7194846, Mar 27, 2007
Filed:

Jun 27, 2006
Appl. No.:

11/475781
Inventors:

Paul G. Swiszcz - Niwot CO, US
Ko Kuperus - Den Haag, NL
Wendell B. Colson - Weston MA, US
Jason T. Throne - Rockport ME, US
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc. - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E04C 2/36
US Classification:

5279311, 5278319, 5278314, 5278214, 5250606, 52144, 428116, 428178
Abstract:

A structural panel for use in building structures or in the formation, finish or decoration thereof includes an outer sheet and a connector sheet with a plurality of collapsible or compressible dividers therebetween. The panel in a rest condition is expanded and of a desired thickness for final use but can be compressed into a relatively thin thickness or profile for shipping purposes. The panel is very lightweight but structurally strong and can be selectively bent in one transverse direction if desired. The panel can be easily cut or formed into any predetermined size or shape.

Twist Release Safety Stop Ball For Window Covering Cord
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US Patent:

7331371, Feb 19, 2008
Filed:

Apr 13, 2006
Appl. No.:

11/279590
Inventors:

Joseph Kovach - Brighton CO, US
Jason Throne - Rockport ME, US
Kevin Dann - Denver CO, US
James Anthony - Denver CO, US
Assignee:

Hunter Douglas Inc - Upper Saddle River NJ
International Classification:

E06B 9/00
US Classification:

1601781R, 24115 F
Abstract:

A safety stop ball includes a post and a nut which travels along a spiral path relative to the post. The nut and the post are biased toward each other to retain the ends of lift cords. As the nut is displaced relative to the post, the lift cords are released.