Patents Assigned to BG INTELLECTUALS, INC.
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Patent number: 11912491Abstract: This application describes a sprayer assembly that can attach to a variety of different types of pre-filled, fluid containers (e.g., non-pressurized fluid containers) for holding the fluid to be sprayed. For example, the sprayer assembly can include a sprayer-head assembly for attaching to a container of fluid, a canister for holding the container of fluid, or any combination thereof In addition, the sprayer assembly can be connected to a variety of different types of pressurized air sources. The sprayer-head assembly can include a nozzle assembly (e.g., fluid uptake tube, valve, and nozzle head), as well as a trigger for actuating the nozzle assembly.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2022Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: BG Intellectuals, Inc.Inventors: Michael Jason Erwin, Bradley Robert Young, Stephen Marvin Pederson, Zachary Adam Dold
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Patent number: 11858800Abstract: A fluid exchanger may exchange a fluid (e.g., coolant) in a reservoir (e.g., vehicle radiator) by removing or withdrawing a first fluid (e.g., old, spent, used, etc.) and by introducing a second fluid (e.g., new, clean, etc.). For example, the fluid exchanger may use a negative pressure, suction, or vacuum to draw the first fluid from the reservoir, and subsequently, the second fluid may be transferred into the reservoir using a negative pressure held in the reservoir, a positive pressure applied to the second fluid, or a combination thereof. The fluid exchanger may also include a multi-purpose, hand-held nozzle that can change an operation of the fluid exchanger from a withdrawing mode to a dispensing mode.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2023Date of Patent: January 2, 2024Assignee: BG Intellectuals, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Erwin, Bradley Robert Young, Lucas Mitchell Shaw, Thomas Michael Probus, John Daniel Cheek
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Patent number: 11807198Abstract: A machine for replacing used transmission or power steering fluid in a vehicle with new transmission or power steering fluid includes a frame having a housing. The machine includes a pair of service hoses that extend from the machine and connect to the vehicle for placing the machine in the fluid flow. New, used, and axillary fluid tanks are provided. A pump and a manifold are associated with two of the tanks. The pumps provide for the selective withdraw or insertion of fluid into or out of the tanks. A display on the housing presents an operator of the machine with various tasks or options the machine can perform. A processor controls activation of the pumps and other electrical components based on inputs received by the display. Scales are provided under one or more of the tanks for determining the amount of fluid going into and out of the tanks during the exchange process.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2019Date of Patent: November 7, 2023Assignee: BG INTELLECTUALS, INC.Inventors: Michael J. Erwin, Harold E. Erwin, Jeffrey T. Brummett
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Patent number: 11752867Abstract: Revving an engine may be helpful in various contexts, such as when servicing the vehicle. For example, in some types of services, a cleaning agent may be introduced into the intake and surrounding regions of an engine, and the engine may be revved to reduce a likelihood that the cleaning agent might puddle. In some instances, a device can be positioned within a vehicle interior and can be used to automatically rev the vehicle engine by depressing on the vehicle throttle. In other examples, an engine revving device may send a signal to an electronic-controlled throttle actuator.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2020Date of Patent: September 12, 2023Assignee: BG INTELLECTUALS, INC.Inventors: Michael Jason Erwin, Thomas Michael Probus, John Daniel Cheek, Lucas Mitchell Shaw, Bradley Robert Young
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Patent number: 11629044Abstract: A fluid exchanger may exchange a fluid (e.g., coolant) in a reservoir (e.g., vehicle radiator) by removing or withdrawing a first fluid (e.g., old, spent, used, etc.) and by introducing a second fluid (e.g., new, clean, etc.). For example, the fluid exchanger may use a negative pressure, suction, or vacuum to draw the first fluid from the reservoir, and subsequently, the second fluid may be transferred into the reservoir using a negative pressure held in the reservoir, a positive pressure applied to the second fluid, or a combination thereof. The fluid exchanger may also include a multi-purpose, hand-held nozzle that can change an operation of the fluid exchanger from a withdrawing mode to a dispensing mode.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2021Date of Patent: April 18, 2023Assignee: BG Intellectuals, IncInventors: Michael J. Erwin, Bradley Robert Young, Lucas Mitchell Shaw, Thomas Michael Probus, John Daniel Cheek
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Patent number: 11624316Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an adapter that is attachable to an engine vacuum source (e.g., insertable into an end of a vehicle-engine vacuum hose) to receive a cleaning fluid from a canister (e.g., aerosol can) and to meter the cleaning fluid into the vacuum source. The adapter may include a vacuum-source insert and a nozzle receiver. In addition, the adapter may include a fluid path between the vacuum-source insert and the nozzle receiver that meters a flow of cleaning fluid.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2021Date of Patent: April 11, 2023Assignee: BG Intellectuals, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Michael Probus, Bradley Robert Young, John Daniel Cheek, Lucas Mitchell Shaw, Michael Jason Erwin
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Patent number: 10363907Abstract: A machine for replacing used transmission or power steering fluid in a vehicle with new transmission or power steering fluid includes a frame having a housing. The machine includes a pair of service hoses that extend from the machine and connect to the vehicle for placing the machine in the fluid flow. New, used, and axillary fluid tanks are provided. A pump and a manifold are associated with two of the tanks. The pumps provide for the selective withdraw or insertion of fluid into or out of the tanks. A display on the housing presents an operator of the machine with various tasks or options the machine can perform. A processor controls activation of the pumps and other electrical components based on inputs received by the display. Scales are provided under one or more of the tanks for determining the amount of fluid going into and out of the tanks during the exchange process.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2016Date of Patent: July 30, 2019Assignee: BG Intellectuals, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Erwin, Harold E. Erwin, Jeffrey T. Brummett
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Patent number: 9322306Abstract: A machine for replacing used transmission fluid in a vehicle with new transmission fluid includes a frame having a housing. The machine includes a pair of service hoses that extend from the machine and connect to the vehicle's transmission fluid system for placing the machine in the fluid flow. A new fluid tank and a used fluid tank are provided. A pump and a manifold are associated with each of the tanks. The pumps provide for the selective withdraw or insertion of fluid into or out of the tanks. A display on the housing presents an operator of the machine with various tasks or options the machine can perform. A processor controls activation of the pumps and other electrical components based on inputs received by the display. Scales are provided under each tank for determining the amount of fluid going into and out of the tanks during the exchange process.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2013Date of Patent: April 26, 2016Assignee: BG INTELLECTUAL, INC.Inventors: Michael J. Erwin, Harold E. Erwin
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Patent number: 9249377Abstract: A cleaning system is provided to reduce, minimize, or eliminate deposits located within gaseous intake, processing, and emissions portions of a vehicle engine. The cleaning system includes use of a cleaning composition for removing such deposits. The cleaning composition can include water; a nitrogen-based dispersant or cleaner; a surfactant; a C6-C18 alcohol; a glycol ether; and an organic acid.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2014Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: BG INTELLECTUAL, INC.Inventor: Ken Shriner
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Publication number: 20140331954Abstract: A cleaning system is provided to reduce, minimize, or eliminate deposits located within gaseous intake, processing, and emissions portions of a vehicle engine. The cleaning system includes use of a cleaning composition for removing such deposits. The cleaning composition can include water; a nitrogen-based dispersant or cleaner; a surfactant; a C6-C18 alcohol; a glycol ether; and an organic acid.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2014Publication date: November 13, 2014Applicant: BG INTELLECTUALS, INC.Inventor: Ken Shriner