Abstract: An apparatus including an external surface portion shaped so as to mate with a docking device, and two half-shells having internal surfaces of semi-circular cross section. The apparatus further includes a plurality of segments arranged inside the two half-shells and including teeth for gripping onto a shaft, and an installation tool operable to cause the two half-shells to close around the shaft, thereby securing the apparatus to the shaft.

Abstract: A repair pipe and method for repairing a standard sized PVC pipe having a hole or other pipe damage so the PVC pipe can be used to transfer fluid. The repair pipe has a tubular body that is selected with a length to extend across a cutout section of the PVC pipe and an inside diameter only slightly larger than the outside diameter of the PVC pipe to provide a small gap between the two pipes. The method comprises the steps of sliding the repair pipe over one end of the PVC pipe to provide an exposed area at the end of the PVC pipe, placing adhesive on the exposed area and on the exposed area of the opposite end of the PVC pipe and then sliding the repair pipe across the cutout section to position the repair pipe over the glued areas of the PVC pipe.

Abstract: A coupling includes a body with two ends and a bore. Each end section includes a rotatable connection and a convolution, and there is a bent elbow section between the end sections.

Abstract: A fitting for sealingly and fixedly coupling to a component that includes a body having a first insertion end that defines a first end face and a cavity. The cavity has an interior surface. A first seal is adapted to engage a first component when the first component is inserted through the insertion end and into the cavity. The seal extends into the cavity from the interior surface of the cavity. A band of sealant is located about a perimeter of the cavity. The band of sealant is adapted to seal the interior surface and the first component. The body is crimped around the first component to secure the fitting to the first component and seal the interior surface to the first component.

Abstract: A manifold assembly and mineral extraction system including a multi-pressure flange is disclosed that includes a first set of fasteners in a first rectangular pattern for attachment in a first pressure rating and a second set of fasteners in a second rectangular pattern in which the first rectangular pattern is perpendicular to the second rectangular pattern. The second set of fasteners is selectively combinable with the first set of fasteners for attachment in a higher second pressure rating. The flange may include a recess to receive sealing component and a receptacle configured to receive a pipe fitting. Systems and methods including the multi-pressure flange are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention is a deployable culvert plug system having an elongated handle assembly with a hollow conduit, a distal end with a junction block in fluid communication with the conduit and a hinge assembly having a handle mounting plate, and a proximal end having a handle and a gas control valve for retaining a removable gas cylinder containing a pressurized gas. The gas control valve has valve trigger which selectively applies pressurized gas to the conduit. A bladder assembly having a bladder mounting plate is removably connected to the handle mounting plate, a bladder is attached to the bladder mounting plate, a check valve assembly allows pressurized gas to enter the bladder, and a hose selectively connects the check valve assembly to the junction block.

Abstract: A coolant adducting assembly for a climate control system of a vehicle comprises a joint and a pipe connected to the joint, wherein pipe and joint comprise a thermoplastic material and the joint comprises an insert made of a more rigid material than the thermoplastic material and has an anchoring portion co-molded into the joint and a connecting portion exiting the joint and adapted to be firmly connected to a device.

Abstract: A fitting for joining pipe elements together includes housing portions held preassembled in spaced apart relation to permit pipe elements to be inserted without disassembly of the fitting. Elbow and tee fittings include sealing elements which support the housing portions in spaced relation. Angled surfaces on each housing portion interact with one another to rotate the housing portions in opposite directions to form a rigid joint between the fitting and the pipe elements.

Abstract: A “tee” coupling for use with a no-hub cast iron “P-trap”; the tee is directionally rotatable on the a step engaging the standpipe end of the trap. Two interchangeable gasketed ends are provided for securing the coupling in line with the trap. A rigid band for reinforcing the tee fitting is embedded in the walls of the coupling between the two gasketed ends and the coupling is reinforced with an external metal sheath. Paired pipe clamps on each end of the coupling are tightened around the sheath to seal the gaskets to the pipe ends after the “tee” is “aimed” in the desired direction for laying the primer line.

Abstract: A leakage-proof pipe fitting of quick connection for Reverse Osmosis Membrane (RO) water treatment unit of household comprises a pipe fitting of elbow type, a sealing O-ring, an annular cooperative bushing collar, an accessory latching clip and an adapted cylindrical elastic sleeving collet with an elongated annular delimiting flange, whose longitudinal thickness is lengthened into at least double length for the original longitudinal thickness of the conventional annular delimiting flange to extend the embracing distance from the top surface of the adapted cylindrical elastic sleeving collet to the bottom surface of the cylindrical retainer in the pipe fitting of elbow type so that the curvature for the bent water pipe/tube covered by the embracing distance is reduced. Thereby, the sealing O-ring is free from uneven stress of the bent water pipe/tube. Consequently, it has effect in preventing RO water treatment unit from the leakage of compressed water therein.

Abstract: The invention is directed toward a T-pipe designed for transfer of high pressure fluids through the main run and where the branch run is left in a standby position for possible use in the future. The opening, or outlet, of the branch run is sealed by a material continuous with the main run. An opening and fluid flow in the branch run while the main run is in production and remains under full pressure, is to be provided. The sealing includes a metal membrane which is in contact with the fluid flowing in the main run. The metal membrane is thinner than the wall thickness of the T-pipe and is supported by a plug inserted in the branch run.

Abstract: An application for an arced sealing tape has a bottom interfaced to an inner wall. The surface of the inner wall that is closest to a center point of the arc has an adhesive and the bottom surface of the bottom also has an adhesive.

Abstract: A leakage-free pipe fitting of quick connection for Reverse Osmosis Membrane (RO) water treatment unit of household comprises a pipe fitting, a sealing O-ring, an annular cooperative bushing collar, a cylindrical elastic sleeving collet, an accessory latching clip with a cantilevered lug, and an annular reinforcing bolster with an inner bore. The annular reinforcing bolster is inserted into the cylindrical retainer of the pipe fitting in sandwich between the sealing 0-ring and the bottom surface of the cylindrical elastic sleeving collet. By interposing the annular reinforcing bolster between the cylindrical docking receptacle in the pipe fitting and the scaling O-ring, the water pipe/tube inserted is closely propped and sleeved in symmetrical manner without causing uneven sealing effect incurred by the asymmetrically non-isometric deformation of the sealing O-ring due to bent water pipe/tube. Consequently, it has effect in preventing RO water treatment unit from leakage of compressed water therein.

Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a method that includes a T-shaped tubular connection that includes a first member with a first fluid passageway disposed in a first direction, a shoulder boss disposed on the first member, and a tubular member disposed on the boss. A second fluid passageway is disposed through the tubular member and through the boss in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and is fluidly connected to the first fluid passageway of the first member. The connection also includes a second member having a third passageway with a cylindrical bore located at a proximal end of the third passageway, the cylindrical bore being adapted to be received on the outer cylindrical surface of the first tubular member, and at least two ring seals adapted to be received in the at least two ring seal grooves.

Abstract: A fitting connectable to an end portion of a pipe generally includes an insert member configured to be received at least partly within the end portion of the pipe, a retention member coupled to the insert member and configured to be received at least partly within the end portion of the pipe, and a sealing member carried by the insert member adjacent the retention member. The retention member and seal engage the end portion of the pipe to help frictionally secure and seal the end portion of the pipe on the insert member when the insert member is received at least partly within the end portion of the pipe.

Abstract: A multi-piece swivel coupling kit with a snap connection for ready and rapid assembly with the capability to be disassembled and reconfigured as required by the specific installation. The swivel coupling kit includes a tubular socket member having a line connecting end and multiple coupling ends and multiple tubular stem members each having a line connecting end and a coupling end connectable to one of the coupling ends of the tubular socket member. The multiple coupling ends including integral complementing annular projections and recesses which define a close fitting bearing unit creating forced engagement between the projections and recesses to establish smooth engagement and rotational support of the socket member and each of the stem members. The multiple coupling ends of the tubular socket member are configured to allow releasable configuration, reconfiguration and expansion of the multiple tubular stem members along a X axis, a Y axis and a Z axis and in a X plane, a Y plane and a Z plane.

Abstract: An adapter for use in connecting a vacuum source with a breast shield is disclosed including a housing with at least one female coupling component formed therein, at least one male coupling component that is adapted to attach to a tube at one end for conveying pressure from the vacuum source, while the other end is sized and shaped to be received in the female coupling component. A passageway extends between the first end and the second end of the male coupling component for conveying the pressure. The female coupling component is defined therein by an interior sidewall that has a channel formed therein open to the female coupling component at least somewhere along the interior sidewall. When the male coupling component is inserted in the female coupling component, a sealing portion of the male coupling component engages the interior sidewall surface such that ambient air is prevented from entering the channel and disrupting optimal vacuum pressure.

Abstract: An application for an arced sealing tape has a bottom, an inner wall and an outer wall. The surfaces of the inner wall and the outer wall that are closest to a center point of the arc have an adhesive. Likewise, a bottom surface of the bottom also has an adhesive.

Abstract: An application for an arced sealing tape has a bottom, an inner wall and an outer wall. The outer wall has an outward flare extending outwardly from the center. The surfaces of the inner wall and the outer wall that are closest to a center point of the arc have an adhesive and a bottom surface of the bottom also has an adhesive.

Abstract: A coolant adducting assembly for a climate control system of a vehicle comprises a joint and a pipe connected to the joint, wherein pipe and joint comprise a thermoplastic material and the joint comprises an insert made of a more rigid material than the thermoplastic material and has an anchoring portion co-moulded into the joint and a connecting portion exiting the joint and adapted to be firmly connected to a device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a T-pipe (1) designed for transfer of high pressure fluids through the main run (Ia) and where the branch run (Ib) is left in a standby position for possible use in the future. The opening, or outlet, of the branch run (Ib) is sealed by a material continuous with the main run (Ia). An opening and fluid flow in the branch run (Ib) while the main run (Ia) is in production and remains under full pressure, is to be provided. The sealing includes a metal membrane (2) which is in contact with the fluid flowing in the main run (Ia). The metal membrane (2) is thinner than the wall thickness of the T-pipe and is supported by a plug (3) inserted in the branch run.

Abstract: A plurality of first joint tubes 40 connected to a plurality of heat transfer tubes 3 and a plurality of second joint tubes 50 provided at a header 5B are connected to each other at joints J. The joints J include at least one slide joint Ja at which respective ends of the first and the second joint tubes 40 and 50 are fitted to each other slidably in a predetermined direction. The joints J further include at least one butt joint Jb at which an end of either one of the first and the second joint tubes butts against a sealing surface provided at the other one of the first and the second joint tubes. The butt position of the sealing surface and the end is variable in a direction crossing the predetermined direction. With this arrangement, the influence of an error in the arrangement of the first and the second joint tubes 40 and 50 is reduced, so that the header 5B is properly connected to the heat transfer tubes 3 detachably, and the maintenance of the heat exchanger HE is facilitated.

Abstract: A coupling is provided with inner and outer diameter dimensions and structures optimized for connection with a variety of sizes and types of pipes and tubing, including the connection of three or more pipes to a coupling having at least one collapsible corrugated section.

Abstract: An adapter for use in connecting a vacuum source with a breast shield is disclosed including a housing with at least one female coupling component formed therein, at least one male coupling component that is adapted to attach to a tube at one end for conveying pressure from the vacuum source, while the other end is sized and shaped to be received in the female coupling component. A passageway extends between the first end and the second end of the male coupling component for conveying the pressure. The female coupling component is defined therein by an interior sidewall that has a channel formed therein open to the female coupling component at least somewhere along the interior sidewall. When the male coupling component is inserted in the female coupling component, a sealing portion of the male coupling component engages the interior sidewall surface such that ambient air is prevented from entering the channel and disrupting optimal vacuum pressure.

Abstract: An improved coupling, such as a transition tee coupling, is described having press-connect fittings on the ends and a push-connect fitting on the outlet. The improved transition tee coupling is formed using a reduced-outlet tee having press-connect fittings on all three sockets. An unfinished end of a tailpiece having a push-connect fitting on the opposite end is inserted into the outlet socket of the press-connect tee. The press-connect fitting of the outlet tee is crimped using a special press tool jaw that does not damage the push fitting on the tailpiece.

Abstract: An apparatus for pressure testing a plumbing system has a hollow body defining an interior cavity. At least one interior sealing surface is provided on the body within the interior cavity, encircling one of the pipe connections. A rigid plug is provided having at least one exterior sealing surface. The plug is lowered on a shaft into the interior cavity. A plug receiver receives the plug and positions the at least one exterior sealing surface of the plug into sealing engagement with the at least one interior sealing surface.

Abstract: An adapter integrates a tail piece and connection for coupling to plumbing fittings utilizing a union nut or flange and provides a press-fit connection to the tail piece for installation in the system. The method of manufacturing the adapter comprises the steps of forming a flange on a section of conduit; placing a threaded union nut or mounting flange over the flange fitting; roll-forming an internal, concave annular recess into the section of conduit extending from the nut and inserting an O-ring into the recess for completing the adapter. The adapter can then be sealably attached to a plumbing fitting, such as a valve or the like, utilizing a conventional flat gasket between the flange of the adapter and the plumbing fitting. The installation is completed by inserting a conduit into the adapter to clear the O-ring and crimping the bead formed by the recess to complete the sealed connection.

Abstract: A fitting or coupling to connect a rigid tube to a flexible hose. It has a through bore and includes a quick connector port at one end and a crimp collar at the other. In one form the coupling includes multiple quick connector ports.

Abstract: A system and method for a valve for an expandable gas or fluid valve is disclosed. The valve comprises an electromagnetic switch with a male connector on one face, and a female connector on an opposite face. The electromagnetic switch has a passageway connecting the male connector with the female connector. An output port is switchably connected to the passageway by the electromagnetic switch. The male connector on one face can be coupled to the female connector on another electromagnetic switch, forming a line or chain of electromagnetic switches.

Abstract: A system and method for a valve for an expandable gas or fluid valve is disclosed. The valve comprises an electromagnetic switch with a male connector on one face, and a female connector on an opposite face. The electromagnetic switch has a passageway connecting the male connector with the female connector. An output port is switchably connected to the passageway by the electromagnetic switch. The male connector on one face can be coupled to the female connector on another electromagnetic switch, forming a line or chain of electromagnetic switches.

Abstract: A connector for switching communication-to-interception states between liquid transfusion tubes. The connector comprises a connector body, a seal member, and a valve with an improved sealing which limits contact with air and minimizes generation of bacteria during medical use.

Abstract: A system and method for a valve for an expandable gas or fluid valve is disclosed. The valve comprises an electromagnetic switch with a male connector on one face, and a female connector on an opposite face. The electromagnetic switch has a passageway connecting the male connector with the female connector. An output port is switchably connected to the passageway by the electromagnetic switch. The male connector on one face can be coupled to the female connector on another electromagnetic switch, forming a line or chain of electromagnetic switches.

Abstract: A system and method for an expandable gas or fluid distribution system is disclosed. The expandable distribution system comprises at least one device, an endcap, and an inlet piece. The electromagnetic switch is removably coupled to the endcap and the inlet piece such that the distribution system can be expanded by adding another device.

Abstract: A modular manifold comprises a front cap, an end cap, and at least two adjoining port modules being securely sandwiched between the front and end caps. Each of the adjoining port modules comprises an internal channel adapted for fluid flow, and a side port in communication with the internal channel. The internal channels of the adjoining port modules define a common manifold channel. The side ports are aligned substantially in a linear fashion and adapted to provide access to the common manifold channel. The common manifold channel is accessed at one end via the front cap and sealed at another end via the end cap.

Abstract: An improved tapping sleeve includes a first sleeve member having an outlet aperture, a second sleeve member, and a unitary gasket. An outlet retaining ring is positioned around the outlet aperture. A pair of end retaining lips are positioned on inner surfaces of the first and second sleeve members at opposing ends of the sleeve members. The gasket includes a gasket outlet having a pair of tapered surfaces on opposing longitudinal sides of the gasket outlet. The gasket, when positioned on a pipe in an un-stretched, uncompressed position subtends an arc of less than 360 degrees, creating a gap in the gasket. As the first and second sleeve members are connected, the outlet retaining lip engages armor members on the gasket, thereby circumferentially stretching the gasket and closing the gap. The tapered surfaces and the outlet retaining lip prevent excessive gasket flow into the outlet aperture.

Abstract: Described are embodiments of a pipe fitting or connector. The fitting may be used as an atomic element in constructing a variety of different structures, such as shelving formed from pipes, rods, tubular structures and the like that may be connected using a pipe fitting. The pipe fitting may include a punched hole in a top portion and a matching punched hole in a corresponding bottom portion of a sleeve into which a pipe may be inserted. The holes may be used as a visual indicator that the pipe is fully inserted in the fitting. The holes in the top and bottom portions of the sleeve may also be used with a fastener to securely hold an inserted pipe in place by passing a fastener through the holes in the top and bottom portions of the sleeve and also passing the fastener through corresponding holes in the inserted pipe.

Abstract: A service tee forming part of a main fluid line has a laterally extending female fitting with threads and a gasket spaced axially from the distal end of the threads. A male fitting having a series of male threads and a cylindrical extension terminating in the distal end of the male fitting is threadedly coupled to the female fitting. The threads are non-tapered and cylindrical. A mechanical connection between the male and female fittings is provided by the engagement of the threads, while the seal is formed between the gasket and the extension, thereby enabling orientation about the common axes of the fittings relative to one another for a full 360°.

Abstract: An adapter is substituted for the filter-enclosing cap of a conventional in-line strainer device to permit introduction into a plumbing system of a flushing solution withdrawn from an independent supply. The adapter is typically used for introducing antifreeze into the system for winterization purposes.

Abstract: A manifold joining system is provided that allows for adjustment of the relative lineal and angular position of the manifold while still maintaining a fluid seal at the points of connection. The joining system may include elements for securing the relative lineal and angular position of the manifold upon positioning the connection of the manifold as desired.

Abstract: An adaptor for forming a branch in a conduit is shaped and dimensioned to slide onto a cylindrical conduit. The adaptor includes a collar having an outer generally circumferentially extending wall, end walls and a cylindrical passage extending between the end walls. The passage has an inner wall and an opening at each end, and spaced resiliently deformable sealing means adjacent each opening. The sealing means is positioned to provide a seal between the collar and the cylindrical conduit when the adaptor is slidingly engaged with the cylindrical conduit. The collar includes at least one fluid flow passage extending between the outer wall and the inner wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a junction in a pipe for connecting the pipe (1) into fluid communication with a fluid-carrying component (18), the junction comprising an opening (2) provided in the wall of the pipe and a connecting part (3) comprising a tube-clamp-like joint (3) comprising a first part (4) and a second part, which can be tightened against the first part by means of tightening means (6) and which comprises a narower first portion (10) and a broader second portion (11), whereby the narrower portion is positioned in the opening (2) and the broader portion outside the pipe (1). The invention also relates to a method of forming to the wall of a pipe a branching for receiving a fluid-carrying component.

Abstract: The module (2) comprises a tubular body (8) extending along a first axis (10) with at least one radial outlet (12). The module (2) has a female end-piece (16) at one extremity and a corresponding male end-piece (14) at the other. Bore holes (22, 28) extending along a plane which is substantially perpendicular to the first axis are provided on both sides of the module (2) at each of the ends thereof. When two modules (2) are fitted into each other, the bore holes (22) of one module are aligned with the bore holes (28) of the other module on both sides of the unit thus created. When the bore holes are parallel, adjacent modules are fixed by means of a U-shaped bracket whereby the branches thereof are placed in the aligned bore holes.

Abstract: Reject waste water adapter coupling fitting, system and installation method for use with a household undercounter reverse osmosis (R/O) water filtration installation associated with an in-counter sink having a garbage disposer with its outlet connected by standard slip fit plumbing fittings to a sink drain trap plumbed to the household sewer system. The R/O reject waste water undercounter drain line is coupled into the sink drain trap in parallel drainage relation with the disposer outlet plumbing fittings by a baffle Tee plumbing fitting having first and second inlets perpendicular to one another with their input drainage liquid flow separated by an internal baffle. The garbage disposer outlet is coupled by a standard slip fit single inlet/outlet conduit plumbing fitting to the baffle Tee first inlet. The baffle Tee has a single outlet slip coupled to the inlet of the trap.