Announcement: U.S. Patent Granted for Uforia's Centralized Storage System
Avgar HQ is delighted to announce that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has officially granted Avgar Sports Patent # 12491418 for "A carrier assembly with internal storage for sporting accessories"—the formal title for what you might recognise as Uforia's centralized storage hub.
What This Patent Secures
Patent #12491418 specifically protects Uforia's SERENE-CACHE™ internal storage system—the centralized hub with organized shelves, door pockets, and dedicated spaces for everything from scorecards to spare clothing.
The patent covers:
- The organized shelf system accessible through L-shaped doors
- Integrated door pockets for quick-access items
- The upper compartment with dedicated spaces for scorecards, tees, and golf balls
- The thoughtful layout that gives everything its place
Patent #12491418 is the culmination of years of development by founder Heather Anderson, industrial designer Gwyn Jones, and manufacturing expert Tomas Mendes.
The USPTO examined the innovation and determined it was genuinely new and genuinely innovative and we’re very happy to now have this innovation formally protected.
This patent joins Avgar's existing intellectual property portfolio, which includes patents and design registrations across more than 150 countries. It will remain valid through February 22, 2043, with renewal fees due in 2029, 2033, and 2037.
United States Patent #12491418
Grant Date: December 9, 2025
Valid Through: February 22, 2043
Applicant: Heather Margaret Anderson
Uforia is protected by patents and registered designs in New Zealand, the United States, and major markets worldwide.
