Patents Assigned to Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
  • Patent number: 11619331
    Abstract: Gasket seals for high pressure applications include retaining elements with inner diameter seal elements that interlock with the retaining element to provide resistance to movement in both axial and radial directions between the retaining element and seal element. High pressure sealing may be accomplished using a metallic core retaining element to which an electrically isolating material is bonded on either or both sides. Sealing is achieved through an inner diameter dielectric sealing element, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner diameter sealing ring. Flanges of a joint in a fluid flow ling may be bolted together with the gasket seal interposed therebetween. In the event of pressure changes, the inner diameter seal resists being drawn into the flow line, and resists axial movement relative to the retaining element, through dual locking members that secure the seal to the retaining element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Brown, Ryan M. Buttimer, T. Scott Tanner, Christopher Remley
  • Patent number: 11543030
    Abstract: An electrically isolating gasket is disclosed wherein a coating layer is disposed on at least one conductive surface, and in some embodiments, on all surfaces or at least all of the conductive surfaces. The electrically isolating gasket includes a core gasket component, a ring seal component, and a non-conductive inner seal component. The coating layer can be, for example, polyimide, polyamide, ceramic, and aluminum oxide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Brown, Ryan Buttimer, T. Scott Tanner, Christopher Remley
  • Patent number: 11015710
    Abstract: An electrically isolating gasket is disclosed wherein a coating layer is disposed on at least one conductive surface, and in some embodiments, on all surfaces or at least all of the conductive surfaces. The electrically isolating gasket includes a core gasket component, a ring seal component, and a non-conductive inner seal component. The coating layer can be, for example, polyimide, polyamide, ceramic, and aluminum oxide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Brown, Ryan Buttimer, T. Scott Tanner, Christopher Remley
  • Patent number: 10920914
    Abstract: Gasket seals for high pressure applications include retaining elements with inner diameter seal elements that interlock with the retaining element to provide resistance to movement in both axial and radial directions between the retaining element and seal element. High pressure sealing may be accomplished using a metallic core retaining element to which an electrically isolating material is bonded on either or both sides. Sealing is achieved through an inner diameter dielectric sealing element, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner diameter sealing ring. Flanges of a joint in a fluid flow ling may be bolted together with the gasket seal interposed therebetween. In the event of pressure changes, the inner diameter seal resists being drawn into the flow line, and resists axial movement relative to the retaining element, through dual locking members that secure the seal to the retaining element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas Bander, Patrick Robertson, David Wittekind, T. Scott Tanner
  • Patent number: 10001235
    Abstract: Gasket seals for high pressure applications include retaining elements with inner diameter seal elements that interlock with the retaining element to provide resistance to movement in both axial and radial directions between the retaining element and seal element. High pressure sealing may be accomplished using a metallic core retaining element to which an electrically isolating material is bonded on either or both sides. Sealing is achieved through an inner diameter dielectric sealing element, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner diameter sealing ring. Flanges of a joint in a fluid flow ling may be bolted together with the gasket seal interposed therebetween. In the event of pressure changes, the inner diameter seal resists being drawn into the flow line, and resists axial movement relative to the retaining element, through dual locking members that secure the seal to the retaining element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas Bander, Patrick Robertson, David Wittekind, T. Scott Tanner
  • Publication number: 20150059810
    Abstract: An improved apparatus, system, and method for removing debris from lightweight components are disclosed. The improved apparatus can include an air mover, a cyclonic chamber in fluid communication with the air mover, an enclosure component operably attached with the cyclonic chamber, and a debris collection component in fluid communication with the cyclonic chamber. The lightweight components positioned inside the cyclonic chamber can be moved, rotated, or carried by cyclonic airflow, causing the lightweight components to hit against one another or against the sidewall, so as to separate the debris clung thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2013
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Applicant: GARLOCK PIPELINE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventor: Ian W. Brown
  • Patent number: 8678398
    Abstract: Sealing systems for high pressure applications that provide electrical isolation between joined elements as well as enhanced resistance to leakage of media during a fire. High pressure sealing is accomplished using a metallic core to which an electrically isolating material is bonded on either or both sides. Sealing is achieved through a dielectric sealing element, such as a spring-loaded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) ring. Flanges of the joint may be bolted together with the seal interposed therebetween, and the flanges bolted together. In the event of a fire, heat may be generated that is at a high enough temperature to burn away the isolating material and PTFE ring. Systems of various embodiments provide a metal core backup seal and a compression limiter, which, respectively, prevent the media from leaking from the joint and maintain bolt load at the flanges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Thornton J. Anderson, Ben D. Kramer, Sigfrid Ruz, T. Scott Tanner
  • Patent number: D917025
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2021
    Assignee: Garlock Pipeline Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Brown, Christopher Remley, Aaron Alfano