Abstract: A water supply system for an apartment complex can include individual hot water conduits and cold water conduits for each apartment. Each conduit includes a water meter that enables the owner of the apartment complex to accurately determine the hot water usage and cold water usage of each apartment tenant. The meter system can also be used to locate leakage points in the water supply system, e.g. dripping faucets or continuously running toilets.

Abstract: Disclosed is a gas meter valve for connection to an outlet of a gas meter and a method for its use. The gas meter valve comprises a valve inlet coupleable to the meter outlet, a valve outlet coupleable to piping for supplying gas to a customer and a valve body coupled to the valve inlet and the valve outlet. The valve body includes a chamber for communicating gas from the valve inlet to the valve outlet and a valve assembly disposed in the chamber and adapted to prevent the communication of gas through the chamber when the valve assembly is in a first position and permit the communication of gas through the chamber when the valve assembly is in a second position. The gas meter valve further includes an actuating mechanism coupled to the valve assembly for positioning the valve assembly in the first position and the second position.

Abstract: A water control device (10, 70) including a housing (12), including as one unit, an inlet port (14) and an exit port (16) for flow therethrough of water, and a water meter mounting flange (18) and a water flow control valve seat member (20) in fluid communication with each other and with at least one of the inlet and outlet ports, and a water meter (30) sealingly attached to the water meter mounting flange (18), and a water flow control valve (44) sealingly attached to the water flow control valve seat member (20).

Abstract: A tamper-resistant by-pass valve prevents an unauthorized user from tampering with the valve when it is in the closed position to block gas flow to a meter being replaced or repaired.

Abstract: A break-away ring manufactured from a frangible material and removably received by a water meter of the type used to measure the volume of water consumed by a residence or a commercial facility. The break-away ring applies a holding pressure for retaining within the water meter a register to measure the volume of water consumed. The ring has a plurality of notches formed therein. A tool is inserted in one of the notches for prying the break-away ring outwardly from the water meter, whereby to break the ring and end the holding pressure generated thereby. Accordingly, the register can now be easily lifted out of the water meter for repair or replacement. The foregoing removal of the register is accomplished without having to either interrupt the water service to the consumer or disconnect the water meter from the consumer's water line.

Abstract: A pipe loop (10) for fitting a water meter (12) to a plumbing installation includes a pipe coupling having an adapter (20) with an inlet (22) and an outlet (24) and being adapted to be connected in a straight length of pipe (14) in the plumbing installation, the adapter (20) defines a seat formation (26) between the inlet (22) and outlet (24), the seat formation (26) having an axis perpendicular to the axis of the inlet (22) and outlet (24). A body portion (32) is screw threadedly connected to the adapter (20), the body portion defining a pair of coaxially radially separated tubular members (36, 42), the inner tubular member (42) extending beyond the outer tubular member (36) into sealing engagement with the seat formulation (26). The outer tubular member (36) has radial apertures (48) and an outer water jacket (50) is mounted around the outer tubular member (36), so that it is rotatable with respect thereto, the water jacket (50) being sealed between the body member (32) and the adapter.

Abstract: Methods and systems for preventing degradation of a sensor exposed to a harsh fluid, such as one that might corrode or be exposed to radioactive contaminants, live pathogens, freezing temperatures, overheating, particle deposition or condensable vapors is disclosed. An auxiliary purge stream of comparatively clean fluid or purge fluid is utilized, which flows past the sensor in opposition to the harsh fluid, thereby preventing the harsh fluid from contacting and degrading the sensor. The clean fluid itself may comprise a purge gas, such as clean, dry air, or a liquid that is compatible with the composition of the harsh fluid. The flow and pressure of the clean fluid can be adjusted utilizing one or more supply regulator valves.

Abstract: A multiple pipeline orientation water meter that includes a water meter arrangement having a water meter and a pipe connector. The water meter body coacts with the pipe connector to permit proper installation of the water meter in various piping orientations.

Abstract: A meter loop frame assembly for connecting a gas meter to a gas supply line and a gas service line. The meter loop frame assembly includes a gas inlet conduit, a gas outlet conduit, and a brace. The gas inlet conduit is shaped and oriented such that the gas supply line is connectable to a second end of the gas inlet conduit at a location on the rear side of the gas meter and substantially vertically aligned with the centerline of the gas meter so that a pressure regulator of the gas supply line is substantially obstructed from view from a position on the front side of the gas meter.

Abstract: The invention relates to devices for retrofitting a pipeline (1, 1′) which is under pressure with a fluid meter (2). The device comprises a branch fitting (60) with two sealing sockets (61, 62) placeable in a fluid-tight manner on the pipeline (1, 1′) and a branch socket (63). The branch socket (63) has an outer thread (64) onto which a lock fitting can be seal-tightly screwed. After opening the pipeline (1, 1′) by milling, a flow-guiding insert (50) is inserted into the branch socket (63) in a seal-tight manner which guides the fluid out of the pipeline (1) and returns it again into the pipeline (1′) after it has flown through the fluid meter (2). A temperature sensor (7, 8) can be inserted into the branch socket (63). By means of bladders (66.1, 66.2), which can be inflated by means of a fluid, the fluid flow through the branch socket (63) can be shut off. The device according to the invention finds its application in gas, water, and heating installations.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for conducting and directing the flow of fluid. A movable core within the flow valve has openings which can be aligned or misaligned with an inlet, outlet, and bypass tap hole on the flow valve body thereby either blocking the flow of fluid, allowing the flow of fluid directly through the valve, allowing the fluid to flow directly through the valve as well as to the bypass tap hole, or only allowing the flow of fluid to the bypass tap hole.

Abstract: A residual fuel quantity measuring device for automobiles has a fuel flow rate sensor provided in a filler neck of a fuel tank for measuring the flow rate of liquid fuel supplied to a fuel tank. A computer computes the quantity of liquid fuel remaining in the fuel tank from a previously stored residual quantity of liquid fuel, the measured fuel flow rate, the injection rate of fuel from fuel injection valves, and the purge quantity of fuel evaporated in the fuel tank. A fuel meter visually displays the thus computed residual quantity of liquid fuel in the fuel tank.

Abstract: A multiple pipeline orientation water meter that includes a water meter arrangement having a water meter and a pipe connector. The water meter body coacts with the pipe connector to permit proper installation of the water meter in various piping orientations.

Abstract: Different functional control manifolds, adapted for specific process and test applications, are selectively mounted on a common base manifold which independently provides sealing of the process lines of a fluid handling system. This enables a specific functional control manifold such as a single block and controlled vent manifold, a single block and vent manifold, or a double block and bleed cross-over manifold, to be preassembled with a test instrument prior to installation of the test instrument to the base manifold. Each embodiment of the functional control manifold is designed so that the sensing cavities of the test instrument are able to fully drain through the functional control manifold into the base manifold, thereby eliminating a potential source of error during calibration of the test instrument.

Abstract: An in-ground receptacle for a fluid meter and/or a valve, comprising a continuous wall defining a chamber for the meter and/or valve. The wall is co-molded in three layers comprising inner and outer layers of plastic with an intermediate plastic layer having high insulative characteristics. The receptacle is provided at its upper end with an appropriate openable closure, substantially at ground level, and permitting inspection of and access to the meter and/or valve. The receptacle may have an annular interior rim near its upper end. The rim supports an insulative pad at the top of the receptacle beneath the openable closure therefor. The pad has a removable center portion enabling inspection and access to the fluid meter and/or valve. The construction of the receptacle is such as to prevent freezing of the fluid meter and/or valve.

Abstract: A system for monitoring the volume rate of flow and total volume of liquid being drawn from a supply by way of a plurality of discharge conduits includes a flow meter transducer for associated individually with each of the discharge conduits with the transducers providing pulse information to associated flow meter circuits that are connected in series relationship with one another and to a master control module. Each of the individual flow meter circuits includes a pair of microprocessors, one for determining from the pulse information of its associated transducer the volume rate of flow of liquid out its associated discharge conduit. The second microprocessor is programmed to combine the flow information from its own transducer with combined flow information from an adjacent upstream flow meter circuit in the series string and produces a combined flow output signal for delivery to an adjacent downstream flow meter circuit.

Abstract: A flexible tooling fixture that has a pallet bed lying within an x-y plane and reference elements for alignment of the bed to the manufacturing tool; and at least two sets of supports extending from the top of the pallet bed, each set consisting of: (i) a flexible pivot to accurately locate differing brackets of the sensor assemblies to maintain the axis of the barrel in a common z-x plane, the z-x plane being off-set from the center of the bed, and (ii) one or more fixed stops for engaging the barrel and bracket of each assembly to determine a common-x-y position for each sensor module with the axis of the barrel in a predetermined relation to the bed, one set of supports being located to determine alignment of the axes of one class of sensor assemblies within the predetermined position, and the other set being located to determine alignment of the axes of another class of sensor assemblies within the same predetermined z-x plane when the bed is in a second position that is 180.degree.

Abstract: A gas flow valve is adapted to mimic an existing plumbing arrangement between the gas flow meter 10 and inlet and outlet plumbing at a point of use. By providing a similar arrangement of mating parts and union nuts, the gas flow valve 20 can be easily and quickly installed between the inlet and outlet plumbing and the gas flow meter without having to replumb the plumbing. The gas flow valve 20 can either directly connect between both the inlet and outlet plumbing and the gas flow meter, or could connect between either the inlet or the outlet plumbing and the gas flow meter 10, with the other connection being provided either by the original connection between the gas flow meter and the plumbing or by an additional inserted pipe.

Abstract: A gas meter bypass apparatus and method for removing a gas meter from operation for service or replacement and placing the meter back into service without interrupting the flow of gas to the user. The apparatus connects to a standard tee which is utilized on the customer side of most residential or commercial meter installations. The bypass apparatus includes a clamp assembly, a seal fitting, an isolation valve, an extraction fitting, an isolation fitting, and a flexible tube connector. The clamp assembly is used to attach the bypass apparatus to the tee. The seal fitting connects to the clamp assembly and seals between the bypass apparatus and the port of the tee where the plug is installed. The isolation valve attaches to the seal fitting. The extraction fitting attaches to the isolation valve and is used to extract and re-install the plug through the isolation valve.

Abstract: A system for turning off the flow of natural gas into a structure is used where the control is used on the exterior of the structure. The control is operated pneumatically and is connected by an air flow conduit to a valve that is located on a natural gas feed line in the interior of a structure.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and a means of changing gas meters without interrupting gas service. The present invention is a gas meter quick change meter bar that includes a supply pipe connected to a mount bar that attaches for support to the gas meter, a transfer valve assembly, and a temporary supply valve assembly. The transfer valve assembly is permanently mounted to the mount bar and contains a transfer valve that normally permits gas flow from the meter into a user's building. The transfer valve can be moved to a position that shuts off flow from the meter, and opens to a supply from a temporary supply tank. The transfer valve is moved by rotating a handle in the temporary supply valve assembly.

Abstract: A gas meter cabinet is adapted for mounting within a wall of a building. The cabinet has a body partially recessed within the building wall. A perforation at the top of the cabinet accommodates a gas line. A door is coupled to the body. A manifold connects a gas meter to a building gas system. The manifold has a downward facing inlet port, an upward facing outlet port, and a forward facing surface port, above the inlet port. A mounting flange is provided on the manifold for mounting the manifold to a base surface.

Abstract: A water meter box bottom is disclosed for fastening a meter setter upright and centered within a water meter box. The water meter box bottom has a raised, contoured base, and vertical legs affixed to each side of the base. Nuts and bolts extending between the legs, pull the vertical legs together to secure the meter setter in a vise like grip. Inlet and outlet pipes may be supported by additional vertical legs positioned at outer perimeters of the meter box bottom.

Abstract: A water meter has a glass window (30) having an aperture (32) through which extends one or more screw threaded terminals (20) enabling electrical connection to be made to an internal electronic encoder. A resilient grommet (34) is positioned in the aperture (32) and is held in compression between inner and outer sealing plates (36, 38). These are drawn together by the terminals which carry nuts.

Abstract: A valve assembly for a metered fluid flow such as gas to a facility for utilizing the fluid. The valve assembly includes a housing having a bore. The bore has a first inlet opening connected to a source of fluid and a first outlet opening connected to a meter. the bore has a second inlet opening connected to the meter and a second outlet opening connected to the facility. A piston which contains a fluid passageway is slidably mounted within the bore for selective movement to at least two operating pistons, including a metered fluid flow position and a fluid flow meter bypass position. The fluid passageway within the piston has an inlet port and an outlet port. When the piston is in the metered fluid flow position, the first inlet opening is in fluid communication with the first outlet opening and the second inlet opening is in fluid communication with the second outlet opening to enable fluid from the source to flow through the meter to the facility.

Abstract: A manifold which mounts a transmitter to a pipeline comprises a body of rectangular-like shape. The body has a first surface and a second surface at right angles to the first surface. The second surface of the body includes a first and second input port, and the first surface of the body includes corresponding first and second output ports. The body also includes a first and second channel internal to the body such that fluid is conducted between the first input port and the first output port, and fluid is conducted between the second input port and the second output port. The body further includes an internal crossover channel between the first channel and the second channel. A third channel is provided internal to the body for permitting steam to flow therein, thereby providing heat to the manifold. A first and second valve is included for controlling the conducting of fluid in the first channel and the second channel, respectively.

Abstract: An in-ground receptacle for a fluid meter and/or a valve, comprising a continuous wall defining a chamber for the meter and/or valve. The wall is molded in three layers comprising smooth inner and outer layers of plastic with an intermediate plastic layer having high insulative characteristics. The receptacle is provided at its upper end with an appropriate openable closure, substantially at ground level, and permitting inspection of and access to the meter and/or valve. The receptacle has an annular interior rim near its upper end. The rim supports an insulative pad at the top of the receptacle beneath the openable closure therefor. The pad has a removable center portion enabling inspection and access to the fluid meter and/or valve. The construction of the receptacle is such as to prevent freezing of the fluid meter and/or valve.

Abstract: A sealed wire entry port for a housing (10) having a base (12) and a top (11), and a body of sealing material (16) joining the top (11) to the base (12) and a pair of insulated wires (21) in which the insulation (31) is removed where the wires (21) run through the body of sealing material (16), a plug (22) disposed in an opening in the base (12), wherein the two wires (21) run through the plug (22) into the sealing material (16) and a vent (23) that runs through the plug (22) into the housing (10), wherein the vent (23) is adapted to be closed after a gas has been either evacuated or introduced into the interior of the housing (10) to reduce moisture within the housing before final sealing. A method of assembling and sealing the unit (10) is also disclosed.

Abstract: An adjustable, spring-loaded support mast which is affixed to standard flow hoods in order to maintain the hoods in position over ventilation registers and diffusers while air flow measurements and adjustments are made. The mast is adjustable in length to accommodate different ceiling heights and is spring loaded to facilitate the positioning and removal of the flow hood over the diffuser as well as to hold it firmly in place. This allows air flow adjustments to be made much more quickly and efficiently, saving time, expense and manpower.

Abstract: A gas meter cabinet is adapted for mounting within a wall of a building. The cabinet has a body partially recessed within the building wall. A perforation at the top of the cabinet accommodates a gas line. A door is coupled to the body. A manifold connects a gas meter to a building gas system. The manifold has a downward facing inlet port, an upward facing outlet port, and a forward facing surface port, above the inlet port. A mounting flange is provided on the manifold for mounting the manifold to a base surface.

Abstract: A gas meter installation comprises a gas meter and a regulator which are attached to a manifold. The manifold connects to a utility pipe for supplying gas and includes an orifice and various passageways for routing the gas from the utility pipe to the regulator, from the regulator to the meter, and from the meter to a house or other type of consumer. The manifold preferably has a shut-off valve integrated into the body of the manifold so that the manifold may be connected directly to the ground pipe without requiring a separate connection to a shut-off valve. The manifold greatly simplifies the installation by eliminating a number of pipes and fittings that were previously used to mount the shut-off valve, regulator, and meter together. The manifold also permits attachment and detachment of the meter or regulator independently of each other so that these components may be individually serviced or replaced.

Abstract: Modified water meter arrangements, and more particularly a modification kit for conducting various activities (e.g., repair, testing, monitoring, and the like) with respect to water meters typically employed by utility companies in monitoring usage of water by customers, are disclosed. By using the disclosed modification kit, utility company personnel can easily and more quickly conduct pressure checks, flow checks, bacteria checks, and meter checks, as well as lateral repairs. In carrying out some of these functions, the modification kit can be used with a conventional water meter while, in carrying out other functions, the modification kit is used in conjunction with an improved water meter in accordance with the invention.

Abstract: This valve device assembly, which serves as a connection unit for a differential pressure transducer and is protected against false operation, has a first and a second inlet-end connection for connection to a differential pressure source, a first and a second outlet-end connection for connection to the differential pressure transducer, a first and a second chamber each with a valvelike shutoff device disposed therein, a first passage connecting the first chamber with the first outlet-end connection, a second passage connecting the first chamber with the second outlet-end connection, a third passage connecting the second chamber with the second outlet-end connection, and a fourth passage connecting the second chamber with the first outlet-end connection. In first end positions, the shutoff devices close the inlet-end connections.

Abstract: Apparatus and method are disclosed for measuring the quantity of a liquid, such as crude oil, transferred to or from a storage tank with all measurements being taken through an opening near the bottom of the tank. A water detecting probe is extendable through the opening a selected distance below the opening in order to detect the presence of water at a selected level below the opening and generate a detection signal. A sampling device is connectable to the opening for taking samples of the liquid transferred to or from the tank. A pressure sensor is connected to the opening for generating a pressure signal indicative of the pressure of the liquid in the tank. A computer is provided for using the pressure signal to generate a level signal indicative of the level of the liquid in the tank.

Abstract: Liquid flow through a conduit in a branch of a hydronic system provided with a balancing valve and, in series therewith, a metering valve to obtain a desired rate of flow in the branch is regulated by positioning immediately adjacent an accelerated-flow zone in the metering valve in the conduit a pitot having an upstream side directed upstream against a direction of flow through the conduit and a downstream side directed downstream in the flow direction. The metering valve is settable in a plurality of predetermined positions each corresponding to a respective flow cross section through the conduit. A differential pressure meter is connected to both sides of the pitot, the one of the predetermined valve positions is selected that gives a near full-range reading on the meter, and the metering valve is set in this selected one position.

Abstract: A flow transducer muff for positioning a substantially right-angled parallelepiped-shaped flow transducer in the expiration channel of a ventilator includes a first muff half and a second muff half respectively connectable to opposite sides of the flow transducer, and a connecting link attaching the muff halves together and permitting the muff halves to be bent around the connecting link to fit against the flow transducer.

Abstract: A bypass valve to be connected in line with a gas service line conducting gas from a gas meter to the corresponding residence or commercial building includes an open ended tubular fitting forming a flow chamber therein having a flow inlet end and a flow outlet end and an auxiliary port formed thereon to allow for access to the gas service line by an auxiliary gas source. An open ended poppet cage is mounted internally in the flow chamber and has one end thereof connected to the auxiliary port and further has a number of ports formed in the side wall thereof defining cage outlets. A poppet comprising a cylindrical center body with enlarged-in-cross section disks at the opposite ends thereof is disposed inside the poppet cage and has free axial movement therein.

Abstract: A tubular device is slid over a delivery nozzle hose. A hose connects the tubular device to a gas meter. As fluid is expelled from the nozzle into the atmosphere, atmospheric air is sucked into the gas meter so that its volume can be measured for comparison with the volume of the expelled fluid.

Abstract: A handwheel expansion mechanism including a meter adapter, a handwheel body and an expansion cup. The expansion cup is slidingly engaged with the meter adapter, and the handwheel body is rotationally coupled to the meter adapter. Rotation of the handwheel body cause the handwheel body to create a space between the base of the meter adapter and the handwheel body. At the same time, metal-on-metal contact between the handwheel body and the expansion cup causes the expansion cup to pushed along the meter adapter.

Abstract: A water meter housing has a scalloped edge positioned in a crevice where the housing attaches to a meter register housing to improve the tamper-resistant features of the assembly.

Abstract: A gas meter assembly having a universal type connector subassembly. This gas meter assembly includes a gas meter, inlet piping, outlet piping, and a connector unit which has a U-shaped inlet pipe, a Z-shaped outlet pipe, and a strut fixedly connected to the U-shaped inlet pipe and connected to the Z-shaped outlet pipe. The strut has a first hole with a first axis receiving the inlet pipe and has a second hole with a second axis receiving an upper portion of the Z-shaped outlet pipe for rotating through a selective angle a lower portion of the Z-shaped outlet pipe with a third axis, so that the spacing between the first and third axes can be made either more or less than the spacing between the first and second axis, in order to match the spacing between inlet and outlet connections of the meter.

Abstract: Liquid flow through a conduit in a branch of a hydronic system provided with a balancing valve and, in series therewith, a metering valve to obtain a desired rate of flow in the branch is regulated by positioning immediately adjacent the metering valve in the conduit a pitot having an upstream side directed upstream against a direction of flow through the conduit and a downstream side directed downstream in the flow direction. The metering valve is settable in a plurality of predetermined positions each corresponding to a respective flow cross section through the conduit. A differential pressure meter is connected to both sides of the pitot, the one of the predetermined valve positions is selected that gives a near full-range reading on the meter, and the metering valve is set in this selected one position.

Abstract: A meter boundary box comprises an outer casing which is upstanding from a base, the outer casing containing a tubular housing with a lid thereon, the lid engaging the housing so that rotation of the lid effects rotation of the housing but arranged so that the lid can be lifted away from the housing, the housing containing a meter which is threadably engaged in a valve member, the valve member itself threadably engaging a manifold which incorporates the inlet and outlet conduits, the arrangement being such that by rotation of the lid, firstly the valve member can be closed and secondly the meter can be unscrewed from the valve member for easy removal.

Abstract: A mercury leak containment device for removable attachment to an existing natural gas meter valve includes a container having a top opening for enclosing the fittings at which mercury may leak from the gas meter valve, a top cap for closing the top opening of the container when it is installed on an existing gas meter valve to deflect precipitation from entering the container, and a removable support for holding the mercury leak containment device in place with the fittings of the valve which are most likely to leak mercury fully enclosed.

Abstract: An annular disk-shaped pipe adaptor permits a small water meter to be connected to a large diameter water pipe. The adaptor has a first side which is adapted to attach to the large flange of the large diameter pipe. The opposing side of the adaptor includes a plurality of outwardly extending threaded studs which are adapted for extending through holes provided in the flange of the inlet pipe of the water meter. A tapered central aperture gradually reduces the flow of water as it passes from the large diameter pipe to the water meter.

Abstract: A disconnectable flow connector is formed of (a) a frusto-conical taper pin having a longitudinal bore through which the end portion of a flow tube of a mass flow sensor is inserted and secured and (b) a connector base containing a matched frusto-conical taper bore. The taper pin can be press-fit into the taper bore to form a fluid flow passage having a leakage level less than about 10.sup.-9 scc/sec helium. with a series of spaced apart, transverse grooves separated by lands in sealing engagement with the matched taper bore.

Abstract: A method for checking operation of a pneumatic splicer for joining two yarn ends at a textile machine includes feeding splicing gas for a predetermined period of time to a splicer to be checked for splicing a particular yarn batch without having yarn ends laid in place in a splicing conduit of a splicer head of the splicer to be checked. At least one status variable of outflowing splicing gas is measured during the predetermined period of time at a given opening in the splicer head. A reference value is measured at another splicer producing replicable spliced joints meeting a previously defined quality and being identical to the splicer being checked, by feeding splicing gas to the other splicer without yarn ends being laid in place in the splicing conduit and measuring the reference value at a given opening in the splicer head. The at least one status variable is compared with the measured reference value and deviations are ascertained.

Abstract: A meter bypass swivel connector is molded with a 1/4" hole located within its upper body portion. A ball check screen or guard separates its upper body portion from its lower body portion to prevent anything from obstructing the customer's service line. A ball check assembly, including a ball, seat, and base, is snapped or screwed into the lower portion of the meter bypass swivel connector. The ball check is configured to allow an uninterrupted or unobstructed flow of gas through the customer's line with pressure as low as 5" of water column. The lower body portion is surrounded by a flange and a swivel nut rests on a metal backup ring disposed on the flange. A swivel gasket installed in the field "seals" the meter bypass swivel connector to the gas meter when the meter nut is tightened to the meter. A one-way coupler is attached in the hole in the meter bypass swivel connector in such a manner that the possibility of a gas leak would be minimal or impossible.

Abstract: A gas flowmeter which is disposed between adjacent sections of a gas piping includes a central elongate housing. This housing includes a central gas passage, a plurality of sensor modules arranged in a row adjacent the central passage, and a distribution strip arranged along the sensor modules to conduct measuring signals therefrom. A plurality of electronic processing units are mounted about the elongate housing and in electrical contact with the distribution strip to process the signals from the modules and to then produce processed signals. These processing units are shell shaped with an open longitudinal side so as to fit onto and about a corresponding portion of the elongate housing. With this construction, a compact, lightweight and easy to repair gas flowmeter is provided.

Abstract: A setter for a water meter comprises a pair of L-shaped pipes which are positioned in reversed relationship with their horizontal legs connected between a water supply line and a water distribution line. The horizontal legs are clamped in side by side relationship to vary the distance between the vertical legs. Adjustment of the clamp permits the setter to accept meters of different size. All joints are threaded, thereby avoiding the use of solder and the consequent danger of lead contamination.