Jean Tuck Mcgregor

US Patent:

6826881, Dec 7, 2004

Filed:

Jan 24, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/350324

Inventors:

Jean T. McGregor - Waxhaw NC

Assignee:

The Stanley Works - New Britain CT

International Classification:

E04F 1900

US Classification:

52312, 526562, 52211, 5220453, 264254, 264267

Abstract:

A decorative door molding includes an elongated panel having a contoured top surface. The contoured top surface has at least a first and second raised portion extending along the top surface. The first and second raised portions have a first and a second predetermined height and form a recessed portion. A raised decorative portion is formed on at least a portion of the recessed portion and has a height that is less than the smaller of the first and second predetermined heights. A decorative door is also provided that includes a generally rectangular frame and an interior panel connected to the frame. The frame includes at least one panel having the contoured surface. The contoured surface has first and second raised portions having first and second predetermined heights. The first and second raised portions form a recessed portion. A raised decorative portion is formed on at least a portion of the recessed portion and has a height that is less than the smaller of the first and second predetermined heights.

US Patent:

D656666, Mar 27, 2012

Filed:

Dec 14, 2009

Appl. No.:

29/351953

Inventors:

Jean Tuck McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US
Curtis Nolan Lagman - Cornelius NC, US
Megan Cahill Roe - Huntersville NC, US

Assignee:

Lowe's Companies, Inc. - Mooresville NC

International Classification:

2699

US Classification:

D26154

US Patent:

8616905, Dec 31, 2013

Filed:

Nov 22, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/302794

Inventors:

Jean Tuck McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US
James Michael Broughman - Huntersville NC, US
Allen R. Nelson - Charlotte NC, US
Darren Michael Mark - Cornelius NC, US
Laura Winfield Alexander - Sunbury OH, US
Donald Collins Meves - Gahanna OH, US

Assignee:

Lowe's Companies, Inc. - Mooresville NC

International Classification:

H01R 4/60

US Classification:

439207

Abstract:

A connector includes a cable tray configured to receive and retain a cable in a stable position and couple with a top cap configured to create an electrical connection with the cable as the top cap is manipulated in a predetermined manner while coupled with the cable tray. An upper surface of the cable tray is configured to receive the cable (e. g. , while the cable is generally parallel with the longitudinal axis of the cable tray). The cable tray also includes a finger extending beyond the first end for some distance longitudinally. The finger includes a protrusion that protrudes to some extent in a transverse direction so that a cable-accommodating gap is defined between the protrusion and the first end. The protrusion is configured to bear against the cable and retain the cable in the stable position when the cable is inserted between the protrusion and the first end.

US Patent:

20070113484, May 24, 2007

Filed:

Nov 23, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/286142

Inventors:

Jean McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US
John Roberts - Charlotte NC, US

International Classification:

B60J 5/04

US Classification:

049502000

Abstract:

Methods and apparatus for modular combinations of structural elements () and connectors () that are sold as a set of unassembled or partially assembled parts (), and are then transported and assembled by a consumer () having ordinary skill without special tools or expertise.

US Patent:

20070113495, May 24, 2007

Filed:

Mar 2, 2006

Appl. No.:

11/370499

Inventors:

John Roberts - Charlotte NC, US
Jean McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US

International Classification:

E06B 3/26

US Classification:

052202000

Abstract:

Methods and apparatus for modular combinations of structural elements () and connectors () that are sold as a set of unassembled or partially assembled parts (), and are then transported and assembled by a consumer () having ordinary skill without special tools or expertise.

US Patent:

20080098664, May 1, 2008

Filed:

Jul 18, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/880469

Inventors:

Jean McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US
John Roberts - Charlotte NC, US

International Classification:

G09F 7/18
A47G 1/16

US Classification:

052038000, 016402000, 248475100, 248231910, 248488000

Abstract:

Methods and apparatus for providing consumer-installed decorations () for home or office furnishings (F). One embodiment of the invention may be sold at a retail store. The consumer may purchase a set of one or more decorations or enhancing components (), which comprise an ornamental component () and a mounting component (). The consumer then installs the decorations () at home or in the office, without special tools and without requiring the services of a contractor. The decorations () may be installed on any generally planar structure or furnishing (F). Examples of these furnishings (F) include, but are not limited to, a mirror (M), a door (D), a picture frame (PF), a kitchen cabinet door (KC), a cubicle wall or divider (CW), a computer monitor, a table top or any other piece of furniture, fixture, appliance, hardware or item that may be found in a home or office.

US Patent:

20120034085, Feb 9, 2012

Filed:

Jul 21, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/188021

Inventors:

Curtis Nolan Lagman - Cornelius NC, US
Jean Tuck McGregor - Waxhaw NC, US
James Michael Broughman - Huntersville NC, US
John Caleb Dawson - Troy AL, US
Dominic Louis Sasso - Dallas NC, US

Assignee:

Lowe's Companies, Inc. - Mooresville NC

International Classification:

F04D 29/34
B23P 17/00
F04D 25/08

US Classification:

416210 R, 298893

Abstract:

In general terms, embodiments of the present invention relate to fan assemblies and methods for installing the same. For example, some embodiments of the present invention include a fan assembly that includes: (a) a rotational member; (b) a connection member structured for connection to the rotational member and including a body portion and a head portion; and (c) a blade arm defining an opening therein, such that the opening includes an open end portion and a closed end portion. In some embodiments, the connection member and the blade arm are configured such that, (a) when the blade arm is positioned in a support state, the head portion of the connection member rests against the blade arm to support the blade arm relative to the rotational member, and (b) when the blade arm is positioned in a secure state, the head portion of the connection member at least partially bears against the blade arm adjacent to the opening defined in the blade arm. Also, some of these embodiments of the present invention may be characterized as “easy install” fan assemblies because they include an “easy install” blade arm to motor connection, as described above, and/or an “easy install” blade arm to fan blade connection.