Abstract: A hose reel for coiling a hose includes a frame and a reel assembly rotatably connected to the frame about an axis of rotation. The reel assembly includes a drum assembly having a drum surface configured to receive and support the hose as the drum assembly is rotated about the axis of rotation to coil the hose around the drum surface. The drum assembly includes a hose fitting defining a fluid outlet. The hose fitting is configured to be connected to one end of the hose to fluidly connect the hose to the fluid outlet. The drum assembly defines a recess in the drum surface in which the fluid outlet of the hose fitting is disposed such that at least a portion of the fluid outlet is disposed between the axis of rotation and the drum surface.

Abstract: A valve assembly including a valve housing and a handle that is movable about an actuation axis to actuate a valve actuator within the valve housing between an open position and a closed position. The handle has a first opening and the valve housing has a second opening. When the valve actuator is in the closed position the first opening aligns with the second opening to enable receipt of a lockout member that prevents movement of the valve actuator from the closed position to the open position.

Abstract: A drill string safety valve device (1) has a body (2) with a through-going flow bore (25) and connectors (3, 4) at respective ends (19, 18) for connection to tubulars, such as pipe joints. A valve member (7; 29) is movably arranged in said flow bore (25) and configured for being set in one of two states: a first state of the valve member allows fluid to flow in both directions though the flow bore, and a second state of the valve member allows fluid flow through the flow bore in only one direction. The valve member may be a rotatable ball valve (7) with a through-going flow bore (21).

Abstract: In the case of a valve-actuating device (1), it is provided that, between a manual operating element (2) and a control element (4), by which a valve (3) can be adjusted between an open position and a closed position, there is formed a compensating device (6) by which the control element (4) can be moved relative to the manual operating element (2), and toward or away from the latter, counter to a restoring force of a restoring element (9), wherein the restoring element (9) is arranged outside the compensating device (6), and/or a plunger (8) is arranged on the control element (4) and is guided in a receptacle (7) of the compensating device (6), wherein there is additionally or alternatively formed an adjusting device (34) by which the control element (4) can be moved away from or toward the manual operating element (2) (FIG. 1).

Abstract: To increase a valve-opening pressure at which a pressure relief valve is opened in order to deal with a higher pressure of the fuel, a large pressure relief valve is installed in a high-pressure fuel supply pump. This upsizes the high-pressure fuel supply pump. A pressure relief valve is installed in a discharge joint. This can provide a high-pressure fuel supply pump that is not large too much and sufficiently performs a relief function by efficiently using the excessive space in the pump even when the fuel pressure is increased.

Abstract: A valve mechanism includes a first plunger, a second plunger, a seal member, and a valve element. The first plunger has a thread engaging with a threaded portion provided on an inner wall of the flow passage. The first plunger is movable along the axis by rotating around the axis. The second plunger has a first end and a second end. The first end engages with the first plunger such that the first plunger is relatively rotatable with respect to the second plunger. The second plunger is movable along the axis by rotating the first plunger. The seal member is provided to surround the second plunger. The valve element has a back end engaging with the second end such that the valve element is movable along the axis according to movement of the second plunger so as to be seated on and separated from a valve seat.

Abstract: This device (D) for regulating the air flow in a pipe includes a flap (6) delimiting, relative to an inner surface (104) of a pipe (10) of the device (D), an air passage section (S), and an adjusting calibrating element (8) movable between a first position and a second position. The device includes a sealing wall (12), extending between the calibrating element and an inner surface (106) of the duct (10), suitable for preventing the passage of air from the side of the duct (10) opposite the air passage section (S). The sealing wall (12) is rotatable relative to the pipe (10) under the action of the movement of the calibrating element, and the calibrating element includes a front wall (86) perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (X-X?) of the duct (10) which, in the first position of the calibrating element, does not protrude past the circumference of the duct.

Abstract: Provided is a hydraulic braking device wherein the heat of a driving coil can be absorbed by a base body, and the heat radiation performance is excellent. The hydraulic braking device having a base body that includes therein a fluid passage for brake fluid, includes: a solenoid valve disposed on one surface of the base body; and a driving coil attached around an axis of the solenoid valve, wherein the one surface of the base body is provided with a wall surface facing an outer circumferential surface of the driving coil. A lower surface of the driving coil is in contact with the one surface of the base body, and a clearance is formed between the outer circumferential surface of the driving coil and the wall surface.

Abstract: The screw motion mechanism includes: a threaded shaft having an outer peripheral surface provided with a helical thread groove, the threaded shaft having at least one axial end coupled to a first structural body; a nut member held in a rotatable manner with respect to a second structural body which is movable in an axial direction of the threaded shaft with respect to the first structural body, the nut member being threadedly engaged with the threaded shaft; and a spherical joint for coupling the at least one axial end of the threaded shaft to the first structural body, the spherical joint including: a spherical portion; and a sphere receiving portion for housing the spherical portion. When assuming an axial force applied to the threaded shaft as a variable, a line of a rotational torque intersects with a line of a sliding torque in a graph.

Abstract: A valve provided for the blocking or controlled establishment of a volume flow of a working fluid in a flow path of a technical device that transmits and/or stores energy, in particular in a control device for a hydraulic drive, an associated method of manufacture of the valve, and an apparatus with the valve. The valve includes first, second, and third valve openings, a moveable shut-off body moveable between an open-position and a close-position, a guide which guides the shut-off body between the open-position and the close position, and a retainer which exerts a retaining force on the shut-off body in the close-position. The guide has three guide parts. The first and third guide parts enclose the shut-off body and the second guide part includes a plurality of pins in a parallel orientation to the direction of movement of the shut-off body.

Abstract: A solenoid valve has a valve seat, a valve element, and a tappet which is shiftably mounted within the solenoid valve and can urge the valve element against the valve seat in which a line perpendicular to a plane defined by the valve seat can be oriented at an angle that is non-zero in relation to the direction of movement of the tappet, the valve seat being oriented obliquely to a center axis defined by a magnetic coil.

Abstract: An air discharge system for an aviation turbomachine compressor is disclosed. The discharge system includes at least one discharge valve. Each valve includes a valve body suitable for moving between an open position and a closed position of the discharge valve, a camshaft including a cylindrical rod carrying a cam mounted to bear against the valve body in such a manner that rotating the camshaft causes the valve body to move between its open and closed positions, and a device for keeping the cam bearing permanently against the valve body. The discharge system further includes at least one main electric motor having its rotor suitable for driving the camshaft of each discharge valve in rotation, and an electronic control system for controlling each main electric motor.

Abstract: A valve, in particular, a proportional pressure relief valve, includes an electrically controlled solenoid system (10) for the control of an operating part (12, 12a). The operating part cooperates with a valve element (26) extending longitudinally inside a valve housing (24) to release a fluid transport connection path between a fluid inlet (32) and a fluid outlet (34) in its open position and to block the through path in its closed position. An energy store, preferably in the form of a compression spring (58), is arranged between the operating part (12, 12a) and valve element (26) in a free gap between the two and tends to hold the valve element (26) in the direction of its closed position. The operating piece (12a) is embodied as a guide piston having a longitudinal guide for the valve element (26).

Abstract: A multi-mode pressure relief valve includes a body having fluid inlet and outlet ports and a compressed gas inlet port. The fluid ports and gas port isolated from one another. A reciprocating piston is in communication with the gas port. A valve stem is movable between an open condition and a closed position to permit and stop flow communication between the fluid ports. A spring is disposed between the valve stem and the piston and urges the piston and valve stem away from one another.

Abstract: An air valve device is adapted to be fitted into an opening of an inflatable article, and includes a valve seat having a seat body that is disposed between an inflating port and a conduit, and a valve disc unit disposed in the conduit to be moved between opened and closed positions, and having a valve disc connected with a plunger, an elastomeric seal ring superimposed on a padded region of the valve disc. A rigid retaining cap is disposed to bring a base layer of the seal ring in an abutting engagement with the padded region of the valve disc so as to secure the seal ring to the valve disc while permitting a sealing marginal layer of the seal ring to be air-tightly engaged with the seat body in the closed position.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a bi-directional shut-off trim for a valve which possesses the functional attributes of a pilot operated trim and a balanced trim through the integration of a spring loaded check valve into a pilot trim. In forward flow isolation, the bi-directional shut-off trim of the present invention acts as a normal pilot operated trim. In reverse flow, the check valve of the shut-off trim opens to balance the pressure on either side of the plug thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides an electronic expansion valve, comprising a leading screw, a valve needle and a valve needle sleeve. It further comprises: a washer provided in an annular groove, which is provided at the lower end of the leading screw in the circumferential direction, and a thickness of the washer is less than a width of the annular groove; the valve needle sleeve abuts against the upper surface of the washer and is fixedly connected with the valve needle; and a spring is provided between the washer and the valve needle.

Abstract: Coupling apparatus for use with electric actuators are described herein. An example coupling apparatus described herein includes a coupling assembly to operatively couple a fluid flow control member of a fluid valve and a drive system of the electric actuator. Rotation of the drive system in a first rotational direction causes the coupling assembly to move in a first rectilinear direction and rotation of the drive system in a second rotational direction causes the coupling assembly to move in a second rectilinear direction opposite the first direction. The coupling assembly includes a biasing element that is to be deflected to provide a seat load to the fluid flow control member when the fluid flow control member is in sealing engagement with a valve seat of the fluid valve and electric power to the electric actuator is removed.

Abstract: Used in a pneumatic tool, a switch includes a valve seat set in an air intake passage and movable into contact with or away from a gas control member and defining an air hole, and a valve rod inserted through the air hole of the valve seat. When the positioning portion of the valve rod is stopped against the valve seat and the valve seat is stopped against the gas control member, the air intake passage is blocked. When the valve rod is biased relative to the valve seat, the positioning portion is moved away from the air hole of the valve seat for allowing a compressed gas to pass through the air hole, and when the valve rod is biased further to carry the valve seat away from the gas control member, the compressed gas is allowed to pass between the valve seat and the gas control member.

Abstract: The auxiliary breathing flow channel apparatus for an oxygen mask for pilots and crew of an airplane includes a flow control device with closed and open positions to regulate flow through an auxiliary channel. A pressure sensor such as an aneroid capsule automatically closes the auxiliary channel upon a decrease in cabin pressure. A handle also allows a user to manually move the flow regulating means to a closed position.

Abstract: An electric motor actuated stop/check valve for industrial use such as liquid pumping systems which has a controlled opening and closing rate when liquid flow is in a forward direction but closes quickly upon reverse flow of liquid with no action from the electric motor actuator. Actuation of the valve is by an electric motor which provides movement to an actuator rod which contacts the disc stem. The disc stem and the actuator rod are not connected which allows the valve disc and disc stem free movement. No action by the electric motor is required. A spring biasing the valve disc toward the closed position and a hydraulically operated valve closing-speed regulator reduces or eliminates slamming of the valve disc against the valve seat. In a preferred method of operation liquid surge pressure transients are reduced or eliminated and slamming of valve components is prevented.

Abstract: Electric actuators having internal load apparatus are described herein. An example electric actuator having an internal load apparatus described herein includes a housing defining a cavity to receive a drive system and a drive shaft operatively coupled to the drive system. Rotation of the drive system in a first rotational direction causes the drive shaft to move in a first rectilinear direction and rotation of the drive system in a second rotational direction causes the drive shaft to move in a second rectilinear direction opposite the first rectilinear direction. A biasing element is operatively coupled to the drive system such that least a portion of the drive system moves axially toward the biasing element to deflect the biasing element when the drive shaft reaches an end of stroke position to provide a load to the drive shaft when electric power to the electric actuator is removed.

Abstract: Stem-actuated two-way valve for precise, intermittent and repeatable delivery of fluid and/or gaseous substances from high pressure sources. A dual purpose o-ring functions as a valve seat and separates high pressure segments from low pressure segments. The novel valve stem system allows precise delivery of desired liquids and/or gases regardless of valve stem travel within a defined travel length.

Abstract: A nipple of a check has a first portion that is selectively positionable within a housing of the check valve. A second portion of the nipple extends from the housing when the first portion of the nipple is selectively positioned within the housing. The check valve is configured to allow fluid flow through the check valve in either a first direction or a second direction when the first portion of the nipple is selectively positioned within the housing. The check valve is configured to prevent fluid flow through the check valve in the first direction when the first portion of the nipple is removed from the housing.

Abstract: In accordance with different embodiments of the present invention, duckbill check valve 10, having an orifice 11, and conical check valve 12, having an orifice 13, are responsive to the differential pressure of fluid F as it flows between inlet 14 and outlet 16. In an innovative aspect of the invention, orifice 11 and orifice 13 each have a variable effective diameter. In one embodiment, the duckbill check valve 10 and conical check valve 12 have a conical end that is aligned with the direction of fluid flow. In another embodiment, the duckbill check valve 10 can have a conical end that faces the direction of fluid flow. A pin may traverse orifice 11 or 13.

Abstract: A pressure-relief valve assembly is improved in that sealing surfaces on both the valve seat and valve head are confrontationally disposed annular planar surfaces oriented substantially perpendicular to the valve axis. A resilient valve seal is formed of a material which deforms to a predetermined extent into sealing engagement against both sealing surfaces when compressed by the spring biasing force. When a vacuum exists the combination of the spring force and a holding force created by a pressure differential acts to increase the extent of compression between the resilient valve seal and both sealing surfaces sufficient to create a vacuum-tight seal. The magnitude of the spring biasing force in discrete increments may be adjusted by varying the degree of threaded engagement between members forming the valve housing.

Abstract: A flow control device in which a flapper is continuously biased to the closed position by a leaf spring that may have a plurality of fingers. The same valve includes a shutoff mechanism allowing the user to adjust forward flow through the valve or shut it off entirely. The leaf spring is made to include polyoxymethylene.

Abstract: To overcome problems concerning the sticking of the check plate in a combined check and control valve, a stop is provided on the valve rod or a guide element in the vicinity of the valve rod, whose distance to the limiting element is smaller than the maximum stroke and larger than the nominal stroke of the limiting element. Thus, it is achieved that the check plate is released from the valve seat by means of the stop, when the valve rod is displaced to the maximum.

Abstract: A thin disk portion, which extends radially, and a rib provided in an outer circumference part of the disk portion are formed in a valve body. A ring-like seal projection to be pressure-contacted with the disk portion to seal a valve is formed in a case. Because the disk portion is thin, deformation occurs along an end surface of a seal projection when the valve is sealed. Even when the seal projection is deformed due to fuel swelling or the like, sealing is enabled along the entire circumference thereof. High sealability is achieved even when the resin components are pressure-contacted with each other.

Abstract: The auxiliary breathing flow channel apparatus for an oxygen mask for pilots and crew of an airplane includes a flow control device with closed and open positions to regulate flow through an auxiliary channel. A pressure sensor such as an aneroid capsule automatically closes the auxiliary channel upon a decrease in cabin pressure. A handle also allows a user to manually move the flow regulating means to a closed position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ball poppet valve having a valve body, a cylindrical valve bore disposed in the valve body, a ball poppet for closing the valve bore and a movable control stem intruding into the valve bore. The control stem acts on the ball poppet, and the control stem has a diameter (d) that at least approximately becomes larger and larger in the direction towards the ball poppet.

Abstract: An oil pressure relief valve for use in the lubrication system of an internal combustion engine is controlled by both pump outlet pressure 3 and pilot pressure 2. The action of the valve reduces the start-up pressure spikes associated with known pilot-operated valves, while also permitting a fuel economy benefit.

Abstract: A breathing regulator having a non-linear positive pressure spring is provided for use in an air supplied respirator. The regulator includes a housing formed from a regulator body and a cover sub-assembly, a diaphragm assembly, and the non-linear spring. The spring holds the diaphragm assembly closed and resists the force applied by air pressure during exhalation by the user, but collapses once a sufficient amount of force has been applied, thereby permitting the user to exhale freely.

Abstract: An air nozzle for an automatically inflatable air cushion includes a mounting seat, a connecting pipe having a first end mounted on the mounting seat and a second end formed with a passage connected to the mounting seat, a control valve including a valve body movably mounted on the connecting pipe and a valve cap mounted on the valve body and provided with a protruding seal portion that is movable to seal the passage, and an elastic member to push the seal portion outwardly relative to the passage. Thus, the air nozzle can be locked quickly and exactly to interrupt the air flow to prevent the air flow from being returned into the automatically inflatable air cushion.

Abstract: A cylinder valve includes: a single valve member in the form of a spring loaded shuttle, the spring exerting a pressure on the shuttle in a valve-closing direction; a valve seat against which the valve member bears in its valve-closing position; a guide defining a channel in which the shuttle is able to travel; a stop member able to be translated in the channel into and out of a position in which the stop member holds the valve member in its valve-closing position; and a valve body which is engaged by the guide, the guide being able to be translated into a position in which the shuttle cannot be brought to bear against the valve seat.

Abstract: A check valve for an inflatable device comprising a poppet urged by a conical spring to annularly seal uniformly around its entire periphery to assure more uniform cracking pressure about its entire periphery. In one embodiment the check valve comprises a locking key to lock the valve closed irrespective of the cracking pressure that may otherwise may have cracked the valve open. In another embodiment, the check valve comprises a manual dump feature that allows rapid dumping of air from the inflatable irrespective of low cracking pressure that may exist in the inflatable.

Abstract: A valve to be mounted on a dunnage bag having one collar mounted on the bag, a seal plate positionable adjacent to an interior end of the collar and a stem slideably mounted in the collar to position the seal plate in one position where air is prevented from passing through the collar and in another position where the seal plate may be locked permitting air to escape from the bag.

Abstract: An inlet valve is provided for a pneumatic tool. The pneumatic tool defines a space and a passageway communicated with the space. The inlet valve includes a housing and a plunger. The housing is movable in the space between a first position where it blocks the space from the passageway and a second position where it allows the communication between the space and the passageway. The housing defines an inlet and an outlet. The plunger is inserted through the outlet and movable in the pneumatic tool between a first position, a second position and a third position. An end of the plunger is put in the housing for pushing the housing, from inside, to the second position as the plunger is in the third position. The plunger includes an annular flange put in the housing for blocking the outlet as the plunger is in the first position and for opening the outlet as the plunger is in the second position.

Abstract: A valve for causing pulsatile flow in a multi-piston plunger pump includes a valve poppet, a valve seat, and a spring biasing the valve poppet against the valve seat; and a mechanism holding the valve poppet in an open position, thereby producing pulsatile flow from the pump. The mechanism includes a magnet and an adjustment mechanism for moving the magnet toward and away from the valve poppet. When the magnet is moved toward the valve poppet, the magnet attracts the poppet away from the valve seat, and when the magnet is moved away from the valve poppet, the magnet releases the poppet. The spring then biases the poppet against the valve seat in a closed position.

Abstract: A valve for causing pulsatile flow in a multi-piston plunger pump includes a valve poppet, a valve seat, and a spring biasing the valve poppet against the valve seat; and a mechanism holding the valve poppet in an open position, thereby producing pulsatile flow from the pump. The mechanism includes a magnet and an adjustment mechanism for moving the magnet toward and away from the valve poppet. When the magnet is moved toward the valve poppet, the magnet attracts the poppet away from the valve seat, and when the magnet is moved away from the valve poppet, the magnet releases the poppet. The spring then biases the poppet against the valve seat in a closed position.

Abstract: An electric motor actuated stop/check valve for industrial use such as liquid pumping systems which has a controlled opening and closing rate when liquid flow is in a forward direction but closes quickly upon reverse flow of liquid with no action from the electric motor actuator.

Abstract: A water spray nozzle assembly includes an internal channel that is sealable by an internal valve having a seat and a disc. A tilting member is operable to tilt the disc at least partially off of the seat, allowing water to flow through the internal channel. The disc may be further tilted completely off of the seat to provide additional water flow through the water spray nozzle.

Abstract: A stop valve for a gas tank is provided which achieves favorable sealing performance by inhibiting rotation of a sealing member attached to a valve element. A passage is formed inside a valve body, and a valve seat is provided in the passage. The valve element which is engaged and disengaged from the valve seat is slidably inserted to a sliding hole bored in the valve body. The annular sealing member is arranged in sliding contact with the outer peripheral surface of the valve element and the inner peripheral surface of the sliding hole. A screw hole connecting to the sliding hole and coaxial thereto is provided in the valve body. A rotating operation member having a male screw is rotatably screwed into the screw hole from the outside of the valve body. One end of the rotating operation member is made to abut the valve body.

Abstract: An electro-mechanical variable fluid flow restrictor includes a support having a passage and a seal surface, a deformable seal that is engageable with the seal surface, and a bias member for exerting an electronically controlled variable bias against the deformable seal. The seal surface includes channels formed in its surface that extend beneath the deformable seal. The bias member can exert a bias sufficient to cause the deformable seal to fill the channels, preventing fluid flow through the channels. When the bias member decreases the bias against the deformable seal, the deformable seal gradually moves out of the channels, allowing fluid flow through the channels, and through the passage in a flow control. The deformable seal does not need to separate from the seal surface to allow fluid flow. Instead, fluid flows through the small, controlled flow areas created when the deformable seal withdraws from the channels.

Abstract: The valve includes an intake duct (13) for conveying water into the valve, an externally projecting tubular body (20) of a transparent with an internal cavity (21) and a flow indicator rod (40), slidable inside the valve, with a lower portion in the intake duct (13) and an upper indicator portion in the internal cavity (21) of the transparent body (20). The upper, indicator portion has a first upper area (46) able to indicate no water is flowing and a second, lower area (47) able to indicate that water is flowing through the intake duct (13).

Abstract: A suction inlet valve for fire truck pumpers has a male body portion and a female body portion, the portions defining a chamber therein. A cone-shaped valve element is connected to a valve stem which has a cam body thereon with a cam slot therein. The cam slot receives a projection from an operating shaft which projects out of the housing. The operating shaft has an operating handle thereon which is exposed to the environment and conducts heat from the chamber. If there is water in the chamber, there is an increased chance of water in the cam slot freezing disabling operation of the valve. To drain water away from the cam slot, a drain is provided in the male body portion for draining water from the chamber.

Abstract: An electric motor actuated stop/check valve for industrial use such as liquid pumping systems which has a controlled opening and closing rate when liquid flow is in a forward direction but closes quickly upon reverse flow of liquid with no action from the electric motor actuator. A valve disc having an elongated disc stem contacts a valve seat when in a closed position to stop liquid flow. Actuation of the valve is by an electric motor which provides movement to an actuator rod which contacts the disc stem. The disc stem and the actuator rod are not connected which allows the valve disc and disc stem free movement, by action of the momentarily back-flowing liquid, to a back-flow preventing closed position when liquid forward flow is reversed. No action by the electric motor is required. A spring biasing the valve disc toward the closed position and a hydraulically operated valve closing-speed regulator reduces or eliminates slamming of the valve disc against the valve seat.

Abstract: A pressure relief valve for flowing media has a closing element (6), whose closing force can be set with both the setting of the closing force and the brief release of the closing element (6) performed with a single setting element. Teeth (22, 23) are provided, by which the threaded sleeve (3) can be actuated such that it can perform a rotary movement and a lifting movement can be performed between the handwheel (2) and the threaded sleeve (3). The teeth are provided between a pin (21) of the handwheel (2) for setting the closing force and a threaded sleeve (3). The closing element (6) is connected to the handwheel (2) such that the closing element (6) follows the lifting movement of the handwheel (2).

Abstract: A slit valve for a semiconductor processing apparatus, for fluidly sealing a passage connecting two chambers of the apparatus, such as a substrate reaction chamber and a region outside the reaction chamber. The slit valve comprises an actuator plate movable within a slot in one wall of the passage, the actuator plate and the slot oriented generally transverse to the passage. The actuator plate has a first position in which the valve is open, permitting the transfer of a substrate through the passage. The actuator plate also has a second position in which the valve is closed, and in which the actuator plate fluidly seals the passage such that fluid cannot flow through the passage across the actuator plate. A protective cover is configured to prevent debris within the passage (e.g., broken wafers, shards, particulate contaminants, etc.) from flowing into the slot when the actuator plate occupies its second position.

Abstract: A valve includes a housing having a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet and defining a fluid flow path between the inlet and the outlet. A check valve positioned in the housing has a valve seat in the flow path from the inlet, a valve member movable between a seated position against the valve seat blocking fluid flow from the inlet past the valve seat and an unseated position spaced away from the valve seat, and a spring for biasing the valve member toward the seated position. A main valve assembly is removably positioned at a home position in the housing in the flow path to control the fluid flow from the check valve to the outlet. The valve assembly has a portion which engages the valve member and maintains the valve member in it's unseated position so long as the main valve assembly is at the home position, the valve member being moved to the unseated position by the spring upon removal of the main valve assembly from the housing.