Patents Assigned to Bright Solutions, Inc.
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Patent number: 7943380Abstract: A leak detection material and method of introducing the leak detection material into a fluid system such as a climate control system, an engine oil system, or a fuel system is described. The leak detection material can be a dye delivery composition including a mixture of leak detection dye and a solid carrier.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2004Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Morton A. Westman, John A. Andrews, Charles Allen Steele, Terrence D. Kalley
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Patent number: 7253557Abstract: A light source for testing sites using a fluorescent dye is described. The light source can include a low voltage lamp or a low heat generating lamp.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2003Date of Patent: August 7, 2007Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: John Burke, Terrence D. Kalley, David Gentit
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Patent number: 7157724Abstract: A light source for testing sites using a fluorescent dye is described. The light source can include a low voltage lamp or a low heat generating lamp. An emission from the fluorescent dye can be detected through a filter lens, which can include a primary filter and a trim filter. The filter lens can transmit the emission from the fluorescent dye and substantially block an excitation wavelength. The emission from the fluorescence dye is detected through a filter lens including a primary filter and a trim filter, through which the emission wavelength is transmitted, but the excitation wavelength is substantially blocked.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: January 2, 2007Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Robert L. Miniutti, Terrence D. Kalley, John Raymond Burke, David Gentit
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Patent number: 7129706Abstract: A part tester can be configured to prevent part warranty fraud by requiring the input of unique part identifying information into a part tester prior to initiation of the testing. By configuring the tester and the information input correctly, warranty fraud can be minimized.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2003Date of Patent: October 31, 2006Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Terrence D. Kalley
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Patent number: 7122812Abstract: A light source for examining sites in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems for leaks using a fluorescent dye is described. The light source can include a low voltage lamp or a low heat generating lamp.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2003Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Terrence D. Kalley, John R. Burke, David Gentit
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Patent number: 7077149Abstract: An apparatus for injecting a fluid into a closed pressurized system can be connected to a service port of the system. The fluid can be introduced into the system using the resting and operating pressures of the closed pressurized system. The system can be a climate control system.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2004Date of Patent: July 18, 2006Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Terrence D. Kalley, John Burke
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Patent number: 6889519Abstract: A fluid delivery apparatus provides for controlled delivery of fluids into a fluid system. The fluid delivery apparatus can allow a defined volume of fluid to be delivered to the fluid system cleanly, minimizing fluid waste and spillage.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2003Date of Patent: May 10, 2005Assignee: Bright Solutions Inc.Inventor: Steven M. Knowles
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Patent number: 6851442Abstract: An apparatus for adding fluid to a closed system can be connected to a service port of the system. The fluid can be added to the system by actuating valves on the system and on the fluid supply. The apparatus facilitates clean addition of the fluid to the system. The system can be a climate control system.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2003Date of Patent: February 8, 2005Assignee: Bright Solutions Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Knowles, John Burke
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Patent number: 6807976Abstract: An apparatus for adding fluid to a closed system can be connected to a service port of the system. The fluid can be added to the system by actuating valves on the system and on the fluid supply. The apparatus facilitates clean addition of the fluid to the system. The system can be a climate control system.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2002Date of Patent: October 26, 2004Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Steven M. Knowles
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Publication number: 20040123617Abstract: A fluid delivery apparatus provides for controlled delivery of fluids into a fluid system. The fluid delivery apparatus can allow a defined volume of fluid to be delivered to the fluid system cleanly, minimizing fluid waste and spillage.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2003Publication date: July 1, 2004Applicant: Bright Solutions, Inc., a Michigan corporationInventor: Steven M. Knowles
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Patent number: 6590220Abstract: A light source for examining sites in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems for leaks using a fluorescent dye is described. The light source can include a low voltage lamp or a low heat generating lamp.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2000Date of Patent: July 8, 2003Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Terrence D. Kalley, John R. Burke, David Gentit
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Patent number: 6521459Abstract: A test kit for testing acidity of a lubricant in a climate control system containing a naphthalimide dye contains an aqueous solution having a salt and a known amount of hydroxide and an organic solution containing an alcohol and an organic solvent having a flash point of at least 130° F. When a lubricant is added to a combination of the aqueous solution and the organic solution, the color of the bottom layer indicates the acid content of the lubricant.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2000Date of Patent: February 18, 2003Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Donald L. Schooley, Richard C. Cavestri, Don Richard Nemeth
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Patent number: 6457606Abstract: The invention features a method and device for introducing fluid material into a climate control system. The fluid material can include a lubricant or a leak detection additive. The device includes a housing having an exit orifice and a housing holder having a trigger. Multiple doses of fluid material can be delivered to systems using the same housing. The method and device can allow a user to provide more economical, faster and cleaner service than with smaller volume systems, because, for example, less time is used to change the housing, eliminating or reducing contact with the fluid material and contamination of the work environment with the fluid material. The housing holder is compact and lightweight due to the absence of an external support structure holding the housing.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2000Date of Patent: October 1, 2002Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: John Raymond Burke
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Patent number: 6442958Abstract: A fluid delivery apparatus provides for controlled delivery of fluids into a fluid system. The fluid delivery apparatus can allow a defined volume of fluid to be delivered to the fluid system cleanly, minimizing fluid waste and spillage. The fluid delivery apparatus can provide a mechanical advantage allowing the fluid to be delivered easily and efficiently to a pressurized fluid system. The apparatus can have a piston and handle arrangement that can reduce wear of the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: September 3, 2002Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Steven M. Knowles
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Patent number: 6435779Abstract: A method and apparatus for introducing a tablet into a climate control system is described. The tablet can include a leak detection dye which is placed into appropriate locations within the system with a tablet inserter. The system can be an air conditioning system. The method can be partially or completely automated, allowing the tablet to be manipulated and inserted into a component of the climate control system during assembly remotely, avoiding direct contact with an individual participating in the system assembly and preventing or reducing contamination.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 1999Date of Patent: August 20, 2002Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Don Michau
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Publication number: 20020096643Abstract: A light source for examining leak detection sites in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems using a fluorescent dye is described. The system includes eyewear.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2002Publication date: July 25, 2002Applicant: Bright Solutions, Inc., a Michigan corporationInventors: Terrence D. Kalley, Richard C. Cavestri, Robert L. Miniutti
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Patent number: 6355935Abstract: A light source for examining leak detection sites in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems using a fluorescent dye is described. The light source can include a parabolic reflector or a low voltage lamp.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 1999Date of Patent: March 12, 2002Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Terrence D. Kalley, Richard C. Cavestri, Robert L. Miniutti
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Patent number: 6308528Abstract: A fluid delivery apparatus provides for controlled delivery of fluids into a fluid system. The fluid delivery apparatus can allow a defined volume of fluid to be delivered to the fluid system cleanly, minimizing fluid waste and spillage. The fluid delivery apparatus can provide a mechanical advantage allowing the fluid to be delivered easily and efficiently to a pressurized fluid system. The apparatus can have a piston and handle arrangement that can reduce wear of the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2000Date of Patent: October 30, 2001Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Steven M. Knowles
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Patent number: 6196016Abstract: Devices and methods for multiple-dose injection of a liquid, e.g., a leak detection dye or a compressor lubricant, into a closed system, e.g., a refrigeration system, are disclosed. Fluid flow through the closed system is used to flush the liquid into the system.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 1999Date of Patent: March 6, 2001Assignee: Bright Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Knowles, Terrence D. Kalley
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Patent number: D459438Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: June 25, 2002Assignee: Bright Solutions, INCInventor: Steven M. Knowles