20240023728. SOFT CLOSE DEVICE FOR DOORS simplified abstract (Anthony, Inc.)

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SOFT CLOSE DEVICE FOR DOORS

Organization Name

Anthony, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Adrian Rodriguez of Santa Clarita CA (US)

Mark Sandnes of Granada Hills CA (US)

SOFT CLOSE DEVICE FOR DOORS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240023728 titled 'SOFT CLOSE DEVICE FOR DOORS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a soft close device for doors, specifically for display case doors. The device includes a gasket with a cavity and a compressible foam. The gasket has a flat portion that is attached to the surface of the display case door, a second portion on the opposite side of the cavity with a magnet, and a third portion between the first and second portions that compresses when the door is closed against a cabinet frame. The compressible foam is positioned inside the cavity and extends along its length.

  • The device is designed for display case doors.
  • It includes a gasket with a cavity and a compressible foam.
  • The gasket has a flat portion attached to the door surface, a second portion with a magnet, and a compressible third portion.
  • The compressible foam is positioned inside the cavity and extends along its length.

Potential Applications:

  • Display cases in retail stores
  • Museum exhibit cases
  • Jewelry display cases

Problems Solved:

  • Prevents doors from slamming shut
  • Reduces noise and vibrations when closing the door
  • Protects delicate items inside the display case

Benefits:

  • Improved safety by preventing injuries from slamming doors
  • Enhanced customer experience with quiet and smooth door closing
  • Protection of valuable and fragile items inside the display case


Original Abstract Submitted

a soft close device for doors. a display case door includes a gasket and a compressible foam. the gasket has a peripheral body defining a cavity. the peripheral body includes a first portion, a second portion, and a third portion. the first portion is substantially flat and coupled to a surface of the display case door. the second portion is arranged on an opposite side of the cavity to the first portion. the second portion includes a magnet. the third portion is disposed between the first portion and the second portion. the third portion compresses when the door is closed against a cabinet frame. the compressible foam is positioned in and extends along a length of the cavity.