Patents Assigned to Alderon Industries, LLC
  • Patent number: 6683535
    Abstract: A water detection system for detecting water and activating an alarm is provided. The water detection system includes an alarm relay and a water sensor. The water sensor includes a solid state switching and amplifying circuit for detecting low levels of current flow and amplifying the signal to activate the alarm relay. In one embodiment, the water detection system further includes an alarm panel, including visual and audible alarms activated by the alarm relay. In one embodiment, the water detection system includes multiple water sensors for providing zone protection. In one embodiment, the alarm relay is configured to shut-down the device causing the presence of water. A method for implementation of the water detection system is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2004
    Assignee: Alderon Industries, LLC
    Inventor: Gene H. Utke
  • Patent number: 6378812
    Abstract: The present invention is a cable attachment method and device used with a fastener to secure a cable, hose, or hydraulic line to a rigid member to prevent slippage. The device includes a soft, flexible, cylindrical body having a longitudinal bore configured to accept the fastener. The body has an opening adapted to accept the cable. The body operates to create a high level of friction between the cable and the rigid member and to protect the cable from vibration of the rigid member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Assignee: Alderon Industries, LLC
    Inventor: Gene H. Utke