Pressure Relief Means Patents (Class 220/89.1)
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Patent number: 10442589Abstract: A one-way valve integrated into a lamination of the kind used as a membrane seal for coffee containers and the like. The valve comprises a top layer, a substrate and a fluid polyol film. The top layer and the substrate are adhered together by an adhesive disposed between the top layer and the substrate. The adhesive defines a boundary of a valve chamber in which the top layer and the substrate are not permanently adhered to each other. The film enhances the adhesiveness of the top layer to the substrate in the area of the valve chamber so that gas inside the container does not escape until the internal pressure reaches a minimum value.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2017Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.Inventor: Jacob Donald Prue Branyon
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Patent number: 10281050Abstract: In flexible package, a one-way valve may include a substrate forming a portion of the flexible package and having at least one inlet score, a top sheet having at least one outlet score and secured thereto by an adhesive to define a valve chamber in which the substrate and the top sheet are not permanently adhered to each other, and a liquid film within the valve chamber and adhering the top sheet to the substrate within the valve chamber until a pressure differential exists causing gases to pass through the one-way valve. The inlet scores and the outlet scores may be non-linear, or may be linear scores that are not parallel to each other to prevent the scores from collapsing on themselves and preventing gas flow when the package buckles.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2017Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.Inventor: Jacob Donald Prue Branyon
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Patent number: 9248328Abstract: An explosion-venting method for an aerosol fire suppression apparatus, comprising the following steps: 1) when the aerosol fire suppression apparatus explodes, an explosion-venting device matching the aerosol fire suppression apparatus generating a limited displacement along a direction that a hot air stream of the aerosol fire suppression apparatus is jetting towards; 2) when an extremity of the explosion-venting device reaches an edge of the aerosol fire suppression apparatus, being limited, the explosion-venting apparatus stops the displacement along the direction that the hot air stream of the aerosol fire suppression apparatus is jetting towards, thus achieving for the aerosol fire suppression apparatus the effects of explosion-venting and reduced recoil force.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2012Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: XI'AN J&R FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.Inventors: Jian Qiang, Zhengjun Lei
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Patent number: 9032899Abstract: An arrangement and a method for implosion mitigation, and in particular a structural arrangement of a water vessel and a method thereof for mitigating implosion loads. The water vessel includes first and second end portions connected by a middle portion, with one portion structurally weaker than the others so that when the vessel experiences an overmatching load, only the structurally weaker portion of the vessel fails. The vessel may further include energy absorbing structures.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2012Date of Patent: May 19, 2015Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Mark W. Hoffman, Robert Kent Tacey, Erwin Thomas Moyer, Jr., Jason S. Craft, Ronald S. Barbaro
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Patent number: 8925756Abstract: A gasket for a compressed gas cylinder arranged to operate with a gas cylinder having a neck with a top surface around a gas outlet and a side surface extending downwardly from the top surface. The gasket may include an upper portion arranged for positioning on the top surface of the cylinder and for making a seal with the top surface, and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion and around the side surface of the neck of the cylinder, such that the lower portion is arranged to make a seal with the side surface of the gas cylinder. Face and gland seals may be established by the gasket with an opening that receives the gasket and an associated cylinder neck.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2012Date of Patent: January 6, 2015Assignee: Coravin, Inc.Inventors: Chris Tarapata, Terrence K. Jones, Gregory Lambrecht
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Publication number: 20150000546Abstract: The present invention relates in general to a pressure discharge mechanism for closed vessels having an internal chamber designed to hold volatile and/or explosive substances in a sealed manner comprised of an at least one eutectic composition and a threaded joint designed to open or vent the closed vessel when the contents of the closed vessel reaches a predetermined temperature while maintaining full structural integrity during normal operation. In one aspect, the closed vessel is a munitions casing which functions as intended under normal operating environments, but then when exposed to extreme temperatures, reduces the munition's high order explosion capability, and is transformed into a safe, low order reaction with significantly less reactive potential. In one aspect, the closed vessel is a transport tanker which should not release substances contained therein. However, if the tanker catches fire, the pressure relief mechanism of the present invention reduces risk of explosion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2012Publication date: January 1, 2015Inventor: Stojan Kotefski
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Patent number: 8910425Abstract: A pressure relief device is provided with enhanced fatigue resistance. The pressure relief device may include, inter alia, rupture disks assemblies and explosion panel assemblies. The explosion panel assemblies include a first explosion panel, a second explosion panel, and a non-rigid buffering layer that may be selected for its thermal insulation properties. The buffering layer is interposed between the first and second explosion panels and may be configured to oppose inward flexing of these panels. The buffering layer may force surfaces of the first and second explosion panels to extend outwardly.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2004Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: BS&B Safety Systems, LimitedInventor: Stephen Farwell
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Patent number: 8887766Abstract: The invention relates to a pressure relief valve (2) for a packaging container (1), comprising a base plate (3), which can be fastened on a wall of the packaging container and has a valve opening (9), also comprising a membrane (4), which is arranged on the base plate (3) over the valve opening (9), wherein the membrane (4) has an adhesive on one side, and further comprising an intermediate layer (6), which is adhesively bonded to the adhesive-containing side of the membrane such that the membrane (4) has two remaining, parallel adhesive-containing peripheral zones for fastening on the base plate (3), wherein the membrane (4) is arranged on the base plate by way of the intermediate layer (6) such that a channel zone (14) is formed on the base plate (3), this channel zone covering over the valve opening (9) and resting right up against the base plate in the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2010Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventors: Herbert Stotkiewitz, Juergen Haak
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Patent number: 8777038Abstract: In an air relief valve structure of a pressure cooker, the pressure cooker includes a cooker body and a lid. The lid has a containing trough and an air relief valve. The air relief valve includes a middle column, an airtight column, an elastic element and a gravity valve. The middle column has a containing space and air relief and through holes formed on an outer wall of the middle column and interconnected with the containing space. In the containing space, an airtight column is installed. An end column is defined at an end of the airtight column and is disposed adjacent to an inner wall of the middle column, and the end column has a diameter equal to the diameter of the containing space of the middle column. The air relief hole allows food material to be discharged easily to reduce pressure and enhance the overall safety of the pressure cooker.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2013Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Assignee: Zao An Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chia-Heng Wen
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Patent number: 8746281Abstract: A method of making a one-way gas release valve for releasing gas pressure from within a coffee container comprises pre-oiling a relatively narrow dry strap of flexible material and laminating the pre-oiled dry strap between relatively wide ribbons of base and cover material with the dry strap overlying spaced vent patterns in the base material. Alternatively, the base material may be pre-oiled or both the base material and the dry strap may be pre-oiled. The dry strap and base may be made of PET and the cover may be made of mPET. Gas release valves are then die cut from the resulting web with each valve containing a vent pattern. Pre-oiling of the dry strap and/or the base can be accomplished through a roll metered process to insure that the oil is applied in precise amounts and with consistent thickness and coverage.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2009Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: Sonoco Development Inc.Inventor: Jeremy Morin
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Patent number: 8720468Abstract: A pouch air valve includes a hollow tube, a first suction plate, a second suction plate and an air valve. The hollow tube has a central passage running through two sides thereof. The air valve fills and seals the central passage. The first and second suction plates encircle the outer wall of the hollow tube and suck the sealed pouch respectively to couple each other. A method for using includes the following steps: preparing a pliable sealed pouch and forming on the sealed pouch an aperture smaller than suction areas of the first and second suction plates; running the hollow tube through the aperture and positioning the first and second suction plates at two sides of the sealed pouch to couple each other. Air can be sucked out from the sealed pouch for vacuuming or fresh-keeping gas can be injected into the sealed pouch to meet requirements.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Inventor: Wei-Ling Chen
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Patent number: 8678024Abstract: The present application is directed to an assembly for sealing an opening of a container, comprising (1) a first member operationally configured to connect to the container at the opening; (2) a second member operationally configured to abut the first member in a manner effective to cover the opening of the container; and (3) a temperature-sensitive fastening means operationally configured to releasably secure the second member to the first member in a manner effective to form a seal there between; wherein at least part of the fastening means is positioned apart from the second member.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2011Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Inventor: John Freiler
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Publication number: 20140076892Abstract: In an air relief valve structure of a pressure cooker, the pressure cooker includes a cooker body and a lid. The lid has a containing trough and an air relief valve. The air relief valve includes a middle column, an airtight column, an elastic element and a gravity valve. The middle column has a containing space and air relief and through holes formed on an outer wall of the middle column and interconnected with the containing space. In the containing space, an airtight column is installed. An end column is defined at an end of the airtight column and is disposed adjacent to an inner wall of the middle column, and the end column has a diameter equal to the diameter of the middle column. The air relief hole allows food material to be discharged easily to reduce pressure and enhance the overall safety of the pressure cooker.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2013Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: Zao An Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chia-Heng Wen
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Patent number: 8636165Abstract: There is provided a gas tank that suppresses an increase in pressure of a gas filled therein. A hydrogen tank comprises a tank main body filled with hydrogen, a thermofoamable heat-insulating layer provided on the external surface of the tank main body, a relief valve which is provided at the left end of the tank main body and which reduces the pressure in the tank main body by releasing the hydrogen in the tank main body, and a liner which extends from the relief valve toward the right end and which detects an increase in temperature. The relief valve is thermally connected to the liner, and is actuated based on heat transferred from the liner in order to release the hydrogen in the tank main body, thereby reducing the pressure in the tank main body.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2011Date of Patent: January 28, 2014Assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.Inventor: Kiyoshi Handa
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Patent number: 8622071Abstract: A rupture panel of three layers employs a lower layer (e.g. foam) that is adhesive, a middle layer (e.g. metallic) and a hold down layer. The middle layer has a weakened portion (scoring, openings, for example) that defines the panel burst pressure. A part of the lower layer does not connect to the middle layer. That part that does not connect to the middle layer adheres to the hold down layer. The hold down layer can be in the form of a ring with an open center, the weakened portion of the middle layer occupying a position within the open center of the hold down layer.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2012Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Oklahoma Safety Equipment Company, Inc.Inventor: Alan Wilson
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Publication number: 20130320010Abstract: A pressure discharge valve for storage tanks on land or trucks including a valve body having a through hole therein adapted to mate and communicate with a through hole in a wall of the storage tank, a first vent means comprised of a eutectic composition which automatically provides a partial release of storage tank liquid at a first predetermined temperature lower than critical combustion and/or explosive temperatures of liquid in the storage tank, to provide a visual signal and warning to firefighters of these hazardous conditions, and a second vent means comprised of a eutectic composition to automatically vent liquid in the storage tank through the hole in the valve body when the liquids therein reach a predetermined critical temperature. In addition, the pressure discharge valve preferably comprises a eutectic solder material disposed between the valve body and the second vent means, which changes phase (i.e.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2013Publication date: December 5, 2013Inventors: Stojan Kotefski, Eugene R. Reda
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Patent number: 8579142Abstract: An assembly of a container and a closure: the container comprising an outer shell having a neck portion defining a first access opening and a flexible inner bag having a neck finish defining second access opening; the closure being fixed to the container, said closure comprising at least two access ports positioned in front of said access openings and; the assembly comprising sealing means positioned between the closure and the container, characterized in that said sealing means comprise at least two distinct sealing members, one positioned between the closure and the neck portion, the other positioned between the closure and the neck finish.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2009Date of Patent: November 12, 2013Assignee: Anheuser-Busch Inbev S.A.Inventors: Sarah Vanhove, Daniel Peirsman, Vanessa Valles
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Patent number: 8550105Abstract: A valve system includes a fusible plug valve that functions as a fusible plug valve and as a manual valve. When functioning as a fusible plug valve, the fusible plug valve opens at a high temperature to release gas from a high pressure tank to outside. When functioning as a manual valve, the fusible plug valve is opened manually to release the gas from the high pressure tank to the outside.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2010Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Tsukuo Ishitoya, Eiji Okawachi, Kazushi Numazaki, Hisanori Kondo, Koji Koide
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Patent number: 8544675Abstract: A fluid reservoir assembly includes a base assembly defining an interior cavity that is adapted to receive a fluid. A cover assembly is engaged to the base assembly. The cover assembly includes a first end and an oppositely disposed second end. A first plurality of fasteners engages the first end of the cover assembly to the base assembly. The first plurality of fasteners has a first strength. A second plurality of fasteners engages the second end of the cover assembly to the base assembly. The second plurality of fasteners has a second strength. The first strength is less than the second strength.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2011Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventors: Don Rulon Draper, Christopher Thomas Arneson
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Patent number: 8530031Abstract: A container (10) having a valve flap (20) which is movable between a closed position, whereat it is seated on the seating area (18) to close an evacuation port (16), and an opened position, whereat it is unseated from the seating area (18) to open the evacuation port (16). A label structure (26) includes a film layer (28) forming a seat platform on which a seating area (18) is located and/or a film layer (30) forming a flap platform on which the valve flap (20) is located. A plurality of label structures (26) can be efficiently and economically mass-produced by a label-manufacturer and then supplied to the container-manufacturer for incorporation into the containers (10).Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2010Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Inventors: Ronald Newrones, Richard L. Sandt
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Patent number: 8434633Abstract: A one-way valve and a flexible package including the valve are disclosed. The valve basically comprises a base member, a flexible septum and a stake. The base member is mounted on a wall of the package and includes a valve seat and at least one inlet port. The septum is formed of a resilient material and is connected to the base member by the stake, with a first portion of the septum contiguous with the stake fixed in position with respect to the base member and a second portion of the septum engaging the valve seat and covering and sealing the at least one inlet port. The septum is arranged to flex off of the valve seat to unseal the at least one inlet port when the pressure of gas at the at least one inlet port reaches a threshold.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2009Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Fres-co System USA, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey Scott Beer, Barry Pritchard, John S. Thomas
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Patent number: 8430261Abstract: A closure cover for tanks under internal pressure, with a cover body (6) which can be fixed in a tank neck by rotation, and with a cover (14) which is provided with a handle (15) and is operatively connected to the cover body (6), and with a pressure control valve (40). A coupling device (22-28) is arranged between the cover body (6) and the cover (14) and, during the positive pressure which prevails in the fuel tank during normal operation, releases the rotational connection between the cover body (6) and the cover (14) such that the fuel tank cannot be opened, and in that a pressure control valve (40) is provided which opens when the positive pressure prevailing during normal operation is exceeded.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2008Date of Patent: April 30, 2013Assignee: MAGNA STEYR Fuel Systems GesmbHInventors: Eduard Eggenreich, Stefan Feichtinger
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Publication number: 20130098912Abstract: A vent and exhaust device for a container within which an overpressure of gas can be created during use, such as a battery for a vehicle. The device having a hollow body, suited to being arranged on an opening of such container with internal cavity, closed but communicating with the outside and with a passage connected to the inside of the container from which the gas that forms in the latter can pass to escape to the outside of the aforesaid body. There being placed on such passage a filter element permeable to such gas. Such filter element is subject to pressure placed in such cavity and suited to pushing it in the position of interception of the passage, but allowing the momentary opening of the latter for a venting of the gas when the pressure exceeds a predetermined value.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2011Publication date: April 25, 2013Applicant: GVS S.P.A.Inventors: Marco Scagliarini, Roberta Frulla
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Publication number: 20130048125Abstract: A one-way pressure relief valve having an integrated filter. One-way pressure relief valves may be applied to a product package to evacuate gas from the package. The integrated filter prevents materials within the package from interfering with closure or operation of the pressure relief valve. Certain pressure relief valve embodiments can be configured for optimal valve operation without need for a wetting agent while other pressure relief valve embodiments operate optimally with a wetting agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2012Publication date: February 28, 2013Applicant: PLITEK, LLCInventor: Pitek, LLC
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Publication number: 20130048635Abstract: A self contained one-way pressure relief valve for application to product packaging that does not require the addition of a sealing lubricant. Atop a base with an opening extending through is an adhesive-like material layer, and a dry strap of a silicone or other release film coated membrane, all of which are of gas impervious materials. The release coated material layer covering the opening with the release film in contact with the adhesive-like material creating a surface attraction between the release film and the adhesive-like material. An intermediate layer of gas impervious material with an opening extending through provides for including a gas pervious filter material layer that may be for fine particulates or liquid proof.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2011Publication date: February 28, 2013Inventors: Karl K. Hoffman, Keith P. Hoffman, Robert C. Larsen, Douglas A. Wielunski
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Patent number: 8322295Abstract: An arrangement and a method for implosion mitigation, and in particular a structural arrangement of a water vessel and a method thereof for mitigating implosion loads. The water vessel includes first and second end portions connected by a middle portion, with one portion structurally weaker than the others so that when the vessel experiences an overmatching load, only the structurally weaker portion of the vessel fails. The vessel may further include energy absorbing structures.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2009Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Mark W. Hoffman, Robert Kent Tacey, Erwin Thomas Moyer, Jason S. Craft, Ronald S. Barbaro
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Patent number: 8322360Abstract: A rupture panel of three layers employs a lower layer (e.g. foam) that is adhesive, a middle layer (e.g. metallic) and a hold down layer. The middle layer has a weakened portion (scoring, openings, for example) that defines the panel burst pressure. A part of the lower layer does not connect to the middle layer. That part that does not connect to the middle layer adheres to the hold down layer. The hold down layer can be in the form of a ring with an open center, the weakened portion of the middle layer occupying a position within the open center of the hold down layer.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2010Date of Patent: December 4, 2012Assignee: Oklahoma Safety Equipment Company, Inc.Inventor: Alan Wilson
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Publication number: 20120298658Abstract: The present invention concerns a venting valve for a container (1) adapted to contain gas-releasing products comprising a valve body (2A) and a one-way valve member (4) movable between a first configuration and a second configuration, said valve member (4) being associated with said valve body (2A). Particularly the valve body (2A) is formed from a biodegradable material and said movable valve member (4) is a combination of at least one biodegradable material and at least one non biodegradable material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2010Publication date: November 29, 2012Inventors: Osvaldo Bosetti, Franco Goglio
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Publication number: 20120285956Abstract: A pressure discharge valve for storage tanks on land or trucks including a valve body having a through hole therein adapted to mate and communicate with a through hole in a wall of the storage tank, a first vent means comprised of a eutectic composition which automatically provides a partial release of storage tank liquid at a first predetermined temperature lower than critical combustion and/or explosive temperatures of liquid in the storage tank, to provide a visual signal and warning to firefighters of these hazardous conditions, and a second vent means comprised of a eutectic composition to automatically vent liquid in the storage tank through the hole in the valve body when the liquids therein reach a predetermined critical temperature. In addition, the pressure discharge valve preferably comprises a eutectic solder material disposed between the valve body and the second vent means, which changes phase (i.e.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2011Publication date: November 15, 2012Inventors: Stojan Kotefski, Eugene R. Reda
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Patent number: 8292109Abstract: The invention relates to a pressure compensation device for compensating pressure between an inner chamber of a housing, in particular an electric motor, gearbox, container or the like and an outer side. The device includes a pressure compensation membrane mounted on an annular end face of a cylindrical structure that extends toward the outer side. The cylindrical structure is provided with a ventilation channel that extends therethrough. The cylindrical structure extends towards the outer side in order to form a projection from the wall of the housing, which projection is delimited by the end face on which the membrane is applied in a curved, dome-shaped form. A protective cover extends towards the outer side at a spaced apart distance in relation to the membrane over the cylindrical structure.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2007Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventors: Detlef Lauk, Norbert Wegner, Gerald Maier, Mario Huesges, Andreas Mueller, Regina Neigel
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Publication number: 20120260613Abstract: A container includes a lid having a first breachable portion and a second breachable portion, the first breachable portion being breachable to permit passage of the container contents therethrough; the second breachable portion separate to the first, the second breachable portion being breachable to allow at least partial depressurisation of the container; a single piece opening member attached to the lid and rotatable about the attachment between a first non-breaching position and a second breaching position, the single piece opening member forming a lever having a first end for impinging on the first breachable portion; and a second end of the single piece opening member includes a protrusion, upon rotation of the single piece opening member to the second breaching position and upon a downward application of force of impinging on and breaching the second breachable portion, the protrusion equalising pressure between the container contents and the external environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2012Publication date: October 18, 2012Inventors: Aaron Lewis Holder, Irwin Charles Holder, Jason Robert Tobin
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Patent number: 8256471Abstract: This storage facility (I) comprises at least one light fuel tank (C1, C2, C3) and at least one heavy fuel tank (C4), each one of the tanks being equipped with a vent pipe (12, 22, 32, 42). All of the vent pipes open into the same collector (14) intended to communicate these pipes with one another and to be connected to a tank (10) of a delivery vehicle. Furthermore, whether respectively associated with a light fuel tank or a heavy fuel tank, the vent pipes are provided with means (13, 23, 33, 43) for condensing the vent gases flowing through these pipes, the condensates from these condensation means being discharged into the or at least one of the light fuel tanks. It is thus possible to minimize the discharge of light fuel vapors from the facility, whether into the atmosphere or into the tank of the delivery vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2007Date of Patent: September 4, 2012Assignees: IFPInventor: Serge Albert Pierre Selles
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Publication number: 20120175366Abstract: A method for manufacturing a pressure vessel is provided. The method includes the steps of: providing the pressure vessel and a first temperature-pressure relief device, the temperature-pressure relief device having a housing; affixing the first temperature-pressure relief device to the pressure vessel; and forming a vent hole in the housing of the first temperature-pressure relief device after affixing the first temperature-pressure relieve device to the pressure vessel. The vent hole is selectively oriented in a desired direction via the method for manufacturing the pressure vessel. Temperature-pressure relief devices for vent hole alignment and selective orientation are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2011Publication date: July 12, 2012Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLCInventors: Jörg Schulze, Oliver Maier, Thomas Johnen
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Publication number: 20120138610Abstract: Provided is a fuel tank control valve for a vehicle that appropriately and actively controls a loading pipe of an evaporation gas which is connected from a fuel tank to a canister, and prevents internal pressure of the fuel tank from excessively increasing or decreasing, by basically preventing the evaporation gas from being loaded from the fuel tank to the canister when the engine is turned off, allowing the evaporation gas to be loaded from the fuel tank to the canister when the engine is turned on, and allowing the evaporation gas to be loaded from the fuel tank to the canister, even if the engine is turned off, when the vehicle is filled with fuel.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2011Publication date: June 7, 2012Applicants: Kia Motors Corporation, Hyundai Motor CompanyInventor: Sungwon Lee
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Publication number: 20120118430Abstract: A relief valve (60) for a liquid container, the valve comprising a substantially conical body (50) extending into the container, and tapering inwardly away from an external wall of the container, at least one air inlet passage (62) through the substantially conical body; and a flexible diaphragm (53) extending over the conical body, being attached at its outer periphery around the substantially conical body and having a central opening surrounding the substantially conical body above the air inlet passage so as to seal the air inlet passage until the pressure within the container falls below a predetermined level.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2009Publication date: May 17, 2012Applicant: Reckitt & Colman LimitedInventors: Zhou Xianzhi, Dong Xiao You
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Patent number: 8177088Abstract: An adjustable sealing device for a storage container is disclosed that has a compressible sealing ball to provide a seal with the inner surface of containers having a variety of sizes and shapes. The device's valve ball for its vent is normally biased closed by a tensioner, and is selectively opened by a flexible lead. The lead passes through a container lid and compression washer(s) located between the sealing ball and lid. To insert the sealing ball into the container the lead is tensioned, to orient the longitudinal axis of the washer(s) perpendicular to the lid and sealing ball, so that pressure on the lid will be transmitted to the sealing ball through the compression washer(s). Releasing the lead's tension enables the lid to be placed on the container, and the lead and compression washers to be compactly draped over the sealing ball inside of the container.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2009Date of Patent: May 15, 2012Inventor: Rebecca L. Williams
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Patent number: 8171955Abstract: A relief vent assembly for a fuel storage tank includes a vent body defining a chamber to provide a substantially axially smooth and unencumbered path of flow for pressurized fluid to vent out from the tank. Such a path of flow allows the pressurized fluid to remain laminar throughout approximately the entire path through the chamber, maintaining a high flow rate. The vent assembly includes a crossbar that supports the rod of a lid that covers a distal margin of the vent body. The crossbar is disposed substantially at the distal margin of the vent body to prevent any premature turbulent flow of the pressurized fluid, which would slow the flow rate. A widening tapered bore of the chamber increases the flow area and serves to offset the area occupied by the crossbar.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2008Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Clay and Bailey Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Donald R. David, Ronald W. Borst, George A. Borst, Gabriel R. Rodriguez
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Publication number: 20120103983Abstract: A degassing valve in a flexible container is disclosed. The valve includes a generally flat valve seat on a truncated generally dome shaped structure, and the valve seat is raised a height above the valve chamber base surface. A resilient, non-perforated, non-spring-biased diaphragm is inter-engaged upon the valve seat and overlaps the valve seat outer periphery. The valve seat engages a central area of the diaphragm that is not proximate the perimeter of the diaphragm, and the dome shaped structure has a sectional radius greater than the diaphragm radius. A well is recessed into the valve seat in a direction away from the diaphragm by a depth less than the height of the valve seat above the valve chamber base surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2012Publication date: May 3, 2012Inventors: Neil Weaver, Barry Korthuis, William Walters, Josef Lombardi, Cassady Laton
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Publication number: 20120048853Abstract: The invention relates to a pressure relief valve for a packaging container (3), comprising a base body (4) with a central through opening (9), a sealing surface (14) and a peripheral region (18), wherein the peripheral region (18) may be sealingly connected to an inner side (3a) of the packaging container (3) and the sealing surface (14) has an inwardly tapering form and a membrane (6), making contact with the sealing surface (14) to permit a seal wherein a fluid (5) is arranged between the sealing surface (14) and the membrane (6). The membrane (6) is flexible and a recess (30) is made in the base body (4) into which the central through opening (9) opens out, wherein in the opening region of the central through opening (9), an annular bead (12) projecting in the direction of the membrane (6) is arranged, projecting into the recess (30).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2010Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: ROBERT BOSCH GMBHInventors: Hans-Peter Stadel, Herbert Stotkiewitz, Juergen Haak
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Publication number: 20120025026Abstract: The present invention provides a tank vent device for venting gas from a tank 10 comprising a gas inlet 107 for receiving gas from a vent outlet of the tank, a gas outlet 109 for discharging the gas received, and a pressure valve 70 connecting the gas inlet and gas outlet, wherein the pressure valve is connected to a control pressure input 108 and is controllable by control pressure supplied at the control pressure input, whereby, in use, the pressure valve is controlled by the control pressure to open and close so as to regulate the flow of gas between the gas inlet and the gas outlet. The present invention also provides a vent tank 10, methods of venting gas from a tank including a method including the steps of connecting a tank vent device to a tank and supplying gas at a lower pressure than the pressure of the tank to the tank vent device and a method of refuelling an aircraft.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2011Publication date: February 2, 2012Applicant: AIRBUS OPERATIONS LIMITEDInventor: Clive French
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Publication number: 20110303665Abstract: A rupture panel of three layers employs a lower layer (e.g. foam) that is adhesive, a middle layer (e.g. metallic) and a hold down layer. The middle layer has a weakened portion (scoring, openings, for example) that defines the panel burst pressure. A part of the lower layer does not connect to the middle layer. That part that does not connect to the middle layer adheres to the hold down layer. The hold down layer can be in the form of a ring with an open center, the weakened portion of the middle layer occupying a position within the open center of the hold down layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2010Publication date: December 15, 2011Applicant: Oklahoma Safety Equipment Company, Inc.Inventor: Alan Wilson
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Patent number: 8074819Abstract: A multi-chamber reservoir includes an upper and a lower body welded into unitary reservoir. A pressure relief device is interposed between a pressure chamber and the overflow chamber of the reservoir. A snap-in siphon tube is mounted into the reservoir and includes an orientation feature enforcing a desired alignment. A snap lock feature retentively mounts the siphon tube in alignment during reservoir welding.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2008Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Mann + Hummel GmbHInventors: David J. Dexter, David Hewkin
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Patent number: 8074823Abstract: A vacuum release device for assisting removal of plastic bags from containers is disclosed. The device is a channel made from non-porous materials. The channel has multiple segments and is capable of being attached to both the sidewall and the bottom wall of a container. As the channel is attached to the walls of the container, an air conduit is formed to provide air conduction in the container. The attachment methods comprises mechanical, chemical, and adhesive. The channel has openings at the container's bottom wall and at the corner between the container's sidewall and bottom wall. The unique structure of the channel protects the openings from being blocked by a plastic liner.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2009Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Inventor: John H. Steidinger, III
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Patent number: 8038023Abstract: A molded plastic container includes a side wall having a valve seat feature molded into the side wall, the valve seat feature comprising a central recess in the outer surface of the side wall, and an annular valve seat surrounding the central recess. The container has one or more holes extending through a portion of the side wall bounded by the annular valve seat into the interior of the container for venting gas from the container. A label is affixed against the outer surface of the side wall and is under tension, the tension of the label causing the label to firmly abut the annular valve seat. Excess pressure of gas inside the container is able to momentarily lift the label away from the annular valve seat to establish a flow path between the label and the annular valve seat such that gas under pressure is vented from the container.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2008Date of Patent: October 18, 2011Assignee: Sonoco Development, Inc.Inventors: Grey Moore, Robert Thor Versluys
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Patent number: 8011171Abstract: A portable storage apparatus for storing perishable items at a reduced temperature and under a reduced pressure is provided. The method of using the apparatus is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2009Date of Patent: September 6, 2011Inventors: Vladi Repkin, Victor Repkin
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Publication number: 20110114644Abstract: A recycling button (20) and recycling tool (150) for releasing propane from a propane cylinder (10). The recycling button (20) includes a barb (42) or other means that secures the recycling button (20) to the propane cylinder (10), thereby keeping the valve (16) of the propane cylinder (10) in an open position. The recycling button (20) is configured so that propane gas may exit the propane cylinder (10) to the atmosphere or a recycling tool (150). The recycling tool (150) aids in using a recycling button (20) and includes a diaphragm (160) attached to an indicator (162) so that any pressure exiting the propane cylinder (10) causes the diaphragm (160) to expand and the indicator (162) to show, thereby alerting users that there is still pressure inside the propane cylinder (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2008Publication date: May 19, 2011Applicant: THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC.Inventor: John Richard Willey
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Patent number: 7906232Abstract: A fuel cell casing having a laminate structure of a first double-sided adhesive tape, an interposed member, and a second double-sided adhesive tape. The laminate structure may be placed between a casing body and a depressurizing cover. In the fuel cell casing of this structure, adequate selection of the material for the interposed member and adequate specification of an adhesion area of at least either the first double-sided adhesive tape or the second double-sided adhesive tape to the interposed member readily attain the desired design of ensuring easy separation of the depressurizing cover from the casing body by simple application of a force to the depressurizing cover under a preset level of inner pressure, without changing the materials of the casing body and the depressurizing cover.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2006Date of Patent: March 15, 2011Assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Hideyuki Tanaka
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Publication number: 20110041846Abstract: A liquid holder for holding a liquid comprises an outlet formation part for formation of outlet port for discharging the liquid held in the liquid holder, and a pressure differential-reducing member for reducing a predetermined pressure differential between the inside and outside of the liquid holder; the pressure differential-reducing member including a first member which moves for reducing the first predetermined pressure differential and a second member which reduces a second pressure differential less than the first predetermined pressure differential.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2009Publication date: February 24, 2011Applicant: CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Kazuo Kusakabe, Masaru Sugita, Masaya Kobayashi
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Publication number: 20100294762Abstract: The invention discloses a pressure release device for a closed container, in particular for a pressurized container for beverages, having a plug which can be sealingly fitted on an opening of the container and which comprises a passage opening, the passage opening being sealingly closed by a film.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2008Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventors: Philipp Kolon, Jens Weller, Marco Baldassi, Bernd Haussler, Peter Schneider
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Publication number: 20100206878Abstract: A closure (100) having a hub (102) and pivotally connected head (104). The head is locked in a closed position within the hub by a locking ring (106). The locking ring is polygonal in shape and includes a substantially cylindrical surface and a conical surface. The device further includes a pressure warning device (126) which has a secondary function as a locking mechanism inhibiting unintentional opening of the head when the system is pressurized.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2008Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventor: Joshua A. Haibel