Patents Assigned to Federal Signal Corporation
  • Estimating Parking Space Occupancy Using Radio-Frequency Identification
    Publication number: 20120092189
    Abstract: An example system configured to determine a status of a parking space includes an RFID reader, and at least one RFID tag positioned at the parking space. The RFID reader interrogates the RFID tag. The RFID reader determines that the parking space is unoccupied when the RFID reader receives a response from the RFID tag. The RFID reader determines that the parking space is occupied when the RFID reader fails to receive the response from the RFID tag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2010
    Publication date: April 19, 2012
    Applicant: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
    Inventor: Dwight Jordan
  • Lane Position Detection Arrangement Using Radio Frequency Identification
    Publication number: 20120086558
    Abstract: A lane position detection system includes one or more RFID tags positioned at stationary locations along a traffic lane, and an RFID reader positioned and oriented near the traffic lane to interrogate the one or more RFID tags. A vehicle can be detected in the traffic lane when the RFID reader fails to receive a response from at least one of the RFID tags.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2010
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Applicant: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
    Inventor: James M. Teske
  • Dust separation system for use with mobile equipment
    Patent number: 8142545
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a dust extraction system including an array of two or more centrifugal dust removal devices, e.g., axial cyclones. The array of axial cyclones is configured to operate in parallel. The array of axial cyclones includes one or more sensor and a controller in communication with the sensor and adapted to receive air flow information from the one or more sensor. Inflow valves are operatively connected to the controller such that air flow through the array of axial cyclones is monitored and maintained at an optimum operating condition for each of the individual cyclones in the array. This is done, in general, by opening inflow valves as the air flow increases above a predetermined air flow value and shutting inflow valves as air flow decreases below the predetermined air flow value threshold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Daniel P. Strauser
  • Side broom having memory recall and method for performing the same
    Patent number: 8136193
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to debris collection devices. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a debris collection vehicle utilizing a side broom having memory recall functionality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2012
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen James Larkowski, Brian Patrick Salapatek
  • TUBE RESTRAINT & METHODS
    Publication number: 20120032051
    Abstract: Devices for restraining tubular segments and methods for storing and accessing tubular segments may include a frame arrangement that has a plurality of parallel cradles for holding tubular segments and movable restraining handles for securing the tubular segments. A spring retention assembly may also be provided that has a spring force to hold the restraining handles against the tubular segments. A vehicle can be equipped to have a device for storing and accessing tubular segments, wherein the device is movable between a storage position and an access position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Joseph L. Schmidt
  • MULTILANE VEHICLE TRACKING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20110304441
    Abstract: A vehicle tracking system and method of tracking vehicles in multiple traffic lanes is disclosed. One system includes an RFID reader including a plurality of antenna ports. The system also includes a first antenna connected to a first antenna port of the plurality of antenna ports, the first antenna oriented toward a first lane of traffic. The system further includes a second antenna connected to the first antenna port and oriented toward a second lane of traffic. The system also includes a third antenna connected to a second antenna port of the plurality of antenna ports, the third antenna oriented toward the first lane of traffic. In some cases, the RFID reader is configured to detect the existence of a vehicle in a lane based on detection of an RFID device associated with the vehicle at two or more of the plurality of antenna ports.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2010
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
    Inventor: Bruce B. Roesner
  • Tube restraint and methods
    Patent number: 8057139
    Abstract: Devices for restraining tubular segments and methods for storing and accessing tubular segments may include a frame arrangement that has a plurality of parallel cradles for holding tubular segments and movable restraining handles for securing the tubular segments. A spring retention assembly may also be provided that has a spring force to hold the restraining handles against the tubular segments. A vehicle can be equipped to have a device for storing and accessing tubular segments, wherein the device is movable between a storage position and an access position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Joseph L. Schmidt
  • Flash pattern selection via power switch
    Patent number: 8013535
    Abstract: Lighting apparatus, systems and methods are disclosed. One lighting apparatus includes a light source, a power source in electrical communication with the light source, and a power button arranged to control electrical flow from the power source to the light source. The lighting apparatus also includes a programmable circuit in electrical communication with the power button, where the programmable circuit is programmed to set predetermined flash patterns for illuminating the light source in response to detecting a predetermined sequence of actuations of the power button.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Jacek J. Jozwik
  • ROTATING LIGHT
    Publication number: 20110211349
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jecek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • LIGHT BAR AND METHOD FOR MAKING
    Publication number: 20110156589
    Abstract: A light bar is described that is of a modular construction based on one or more large circuit boards that are populated with light beam assemblies and then fastened to an interior space of the light bar housing. Keys that automatically align the light beam assemblies on each of the boards precisely control placement of the assemblies on the board. In turn, each of the boards is keyed to the interior of the light bar housing so that when the board is fastened to the housing the light beam assemblies are automatically registered into alignment with the lenses in the housing so that the beams from the assemblies are properly oriented. The light bar is inexpensive to fabricate and can be assembled quickly and reliably, yet it provides for a high degree of customization, which is a requirement in the emergency vehicle lighting industry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2011
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Paul M. Gergets, Vince S. Fleszewski, Allan J. Mostello
  • Rotating light
    Patent number: 7963683
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jacek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • Warning light
    Patent number: 7918596
    Abstract: A warning light and warning light assembly are disclosed. The warning light includes a housing including a base and a translucent cover. The warning light includes one or more light emitting diodes within the housing, each of the light emitting diodes operable to emit light substantially along an optical output axis. The warning light also includes a reflector within the housing, the reflector including a reflective surface having a curve section disposed substantially perpendicular to the optical output axis of at least one of the one or more light emitting diodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: George Frank, Paul Gergets, Vince Fleszewski, Robert Czajkowski
  • Light bar and method for making
    Patent number: 7905640
    Abstract: A light bar is described that is of a modular construction based on one or more large circuit boards that are populated with light beam assemblies and then fastened to an interior space of the light bar housing. Keys that automatically align the light beam assemblies on each of the boards precisely control placement of the assemblies on the board. In turn, each of the boards is keyed to the interior of the light bar housing so that when the board is fastened to the housing the light beam assemblies are automatically registered into alignment with the lenses in the housing so that the beams from the assemblies are properly oriented. The light bar is inexpensive to fabricate and can be assembled quickly and reliably, yet it provides for a high degree of customization, which is a requirement in the emergency vehicle lighting industry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Paul M. Gergets, Vince S. Fleszewski, Allan J. Mostello
  • Integrated municipal management console
    Patent number: 7746794
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a networked system and management console for visualizing, identifying, and handling municipal or other regional events of interest as they arise. The management console is communicably linked via a wide area wireless network and/or other network or communications facilities to a number of data sources (e.g., contamination sensors) and management resources (e.g., alarms, traffic control devices, etc.). The management console provides, in embodiments of the invention, a simple and clear picture of the current health of a monitored area, such as a municipality, being, and provides an interface for responding to incoming data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Gregory A. Sink
  • SIDE BROOM HAVING MEMORY RECALL AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20100011523
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to debris collection devices. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a debris collection vehicle utilizing a side broom having memory recall functionality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen James Larkowski, Brian Patrick Salapatek
  • REMOTELY LOCATED PUMP CONTROL SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20100012332
    Abstract: A control system for a pumping system of a pumping vehicle is disclosed. The control system includes a valve control unit communicatively connectable to a plurality of valve interface units of one or more pumping vehicles, the valve control remote from at least one of the one or more pumping vehicles and configured to independently exchange control and status data with the plurality of valve interface units regarding at least one pump valve associated with each of the plurality of valve interface units. The control system also includes a valve interface unit communicatively connected to the valve control unit, the valve interface unit configured to exchange control and status data regarding the pump valve with the valve control unit. Methods of communicating commands in a control system and a fire apparatus are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: John C. Fisher, Erik Lukas, James Kloss
  • Impeller
    Patent number: D616468
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Bernie Jon Bossom
  • Warning light
    Patent number: D638731
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Meyer, Paul Gergets
  • Warning light
    Patent number: D638732
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Bernard R. Burke, Vincent S. Fleszewski, Charles P. Meyer, Christopher Radzik, George Frank, Sigmund Urbanski, Paul Gergets
  • Light pod
    Patent number: D639687
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Charles P Meyer