Abstract: Apparatus and methods are utilized to form turbulators. The apparatus includes a first mechanism for accepting a ribbon of material along an axis, a second mechanism for rotating an end of the ribbon of material, and a third mechanism for moving the second mechanism substantially parallel to the axis. The third mechanism is configured to operate independently from the operation of the second mechanism.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 19, 2003
Date of Patent:
September 26, 2006
Assignee:
Alco Industries
Inventors:
David King, John Deibert, Gerald Ziolkowski, Jeffrey G. Cotter
Abstract: A portable, controllable fluid filtration flushing system with automated feedback, remote access, and documented operation is designed for hydraulic fluid or the like and has a base mounted on wheels for transporting the system. A filtration system mounted on the base is connectable to the hydraulic fluid system of the machine to be flushed. Feedback sensors mounted on the base, such as a particulate sensor or particle counter, are coupled to the filtration system. A programmable logic controller (PLC) is mounted on the base to control and document the operation of the flushing system. An operator input mechanism, such as a touch screen or keypad, may be on the base. The PLC is remotely accessible by an operator such as through the Internet, hardwire connection, RF connection, or the like.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 19, 2003
Publication date:
October 30, 2003
Applicant:
Alco Industries, Inc. d/b/a Schroeder, Industries
Inventors:
Steven R. Evanovich, Alexander D. Kiderman
Abstract: A hydraulic filter includes a canister extending along the longitudinal axis. A closed end cap is at one end of the canister for closing one end thereof. A removable filter element is contained within the canister and a modular one-piece input end cap is at an end of the canister. The one-piece input end cap includes a hydraulic input chamber and a hydraulic output chamber which can be positioned in any one of three mutually perpendicular directions. The one-piece input end cap also allows for sensors to be positioned in any one of three mutually perpendicular directions. In addition, the one-piece input end cap can be utilized in base-ported or top-ported configurations while also allowing for side-to-side or side-to-end configurations.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 7, 2003
Publication date:
September 18, 2003
Applicant:
Alco Industries, Inc. d/b/a Schroeder Industries
Inventors:
Steven R. Evanovich, Alexander D. Kiderman, Michael J. Schmitt, Justin Dow
Abstract: A rotomolded hydraulic reservoir includes a plastic container body defining a container cavity for receiving hydraulic fluid and forming a filter cavity in fluid communication with the container cavity. One or more fluid return lines extend to a depth below the normal fluid level in the container cavity, with the filter cavity forming one of the return lines.
Abstract: Disclosed is a pet carrier having a bottom, a top, opposed sides, a first end, a second end, and a door. The first end includes an opening for receiving the door therein. The opening has a plurality of receptacles for receiving ends of bars therein. The door includes a door post having ends insertable into ones of the receptacles. The door also includes a mechanism having a disc and bars. One of the bars is used to cause the disc to rotate which in turn causes the other bars to extend toward the disc or away from the disc to position the mechanism in a latched or unlatched position. Ends of the bars are insertable into ones of the receptacles to secure the door closed.
Abstract: Disclosed is a pet carrier having a bottom, a top, opposed sides, a first end, a second end, and a door. The first end includes an opening for receiving the door therein. The opening has a plurality of receptacles for receiving ends of bars therein. The door includes a door post having ends insertable into ones of the receptacles. The door also includes a mechanism having a disc and bars. One of the bars is used to cause the disc to rotate which in turn causes the other bars to extend toward the disc or away from the disc to position the mechanism in a latched or unlatched position. Ends of the bars are insertable into ones of the receptacles to secure the door closed.