Patents Assigned to Precision Industries, Inc.
  • Systems and methods for smart deicers
    Patent number: 7680400
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a deicer system for heating water within a fluid receptacle to prevent ice from forming, the system including a main body configured to be positioned within the fluid receptacle, a heating element adapted to heat the water, a temperature sensor adapted to detect a temperature of the water, a switch adapted to activate and deactivate the heating element, and a control unit in communication with the heating element, the temperature sensor, and the switch. The heating element is supported by the main body. The control unit is adapted to control the heating element using the switch based at least in part on a temperature detected by the temperature sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley, James R. McHugh
  • Pet platform assembly
    Patent number: 7669556
    Abstract: A pet platform assembly configured to securely mount to a window sill may include a base configured to support the weight of a pet, at least one clamp secured to the base, and a support bracket secured to an underside of the base. The clamp is configured to securely mount the base to an edge of the window sill. The support bracket is configured to brace the base with respect to a wall that supports the window sill. The support bracket may include a cord passage that routes the electrical cord therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Heating system and method
    Patent number: 7659493
    Abstract: A fluid heating system includes a fluid receptacle having a fluid reservoir, and a heating control system configured to heat fluid retained within the fluid reservoir. The heating control system includes a processing unit, at least one fluid temperature sensor positioned on or within the fluid receptacle, a heating element configured to heat fluid within the fluid reservoir, and a power switch disposed within an electrical path between the heating element and the processing unit. The processing unit is configured to selectively activate and deactivate the heating element through the power switch based on the fluid temperature detected by the fluid temperature sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Combination multiple-canister carrier and lip protection device
    Patent number: 7588275
    Abstract: A protection device for beaded lips of cans or canisters comprising a planar ring with downwardly projecting flanges with arcuate gaps between flanges, as well as multiples of the same device joined together to form multiple-canister carriers that may be provided with handles such as a pair of finger loops or a single half-loop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: Oregon Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Zakary James Borg
  • Liquid aeration system and method
    Patent number: 7575226
    Abstract: A system for aerating liquid within a liquid retention structure including a liquid delivery tube in fluid communication with a gas exchange chamber and a pump. The gas exchange chamber includes an air inlet and a gas outlet. The pump is configured to pump liquid within the liquid retention structure through the liquid delivery tube and into the gas exchange chamber so that harmful gases contained within the liquid escape from the liquid and exit through the gas outlet. Fresh air enters into the gas exchange chamber through the air inlet and is absorbed into the liquid within the gas exchange chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2009
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley, Mike Ressl, James McHugh
  • TOOL HAVING INTEGRAL PLUG
    Publication number: 20090111305
    Abstract: An electrical tool includes a main housing, an operative portion integrally connected to, and forming part of, the main housing, and a plug integrally connected to, and forming part of, the main housing. The plug comprising a base or main body, a plug connecting interface and first and second spades extending from the plug connecting interface. The first and second spades are in a standard configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2008
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INDICATING LIQUID LEVEL WITHIN A RECEPTACLE
    Publication number: 20090090181
    Abstract: A system for indicating a level of liquid within a container includes a float housing, a float within the float housing, a cover cap secured to the float housing through a tube, and a rod connected to the float and slidably retained with the tube. The float is configured to move a controlled distance within the float housing in relation to a level of the liquid within the float housing. A distal end of the rod is positioned within the cover cap. The distal end of the rod is configured to indicate a liquid level based on movement caused by the float within the float housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2008
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Magnetic agitation system for water retention structure
    Patent number: 7513680
    Abstract: A water agitation system is configured to be positioned within a water retention structure. The system includes a main body positionable within a water retention area of the water retention structure, a magnet assembly housed within the main body, and an agitation ring loosely mounted over a portion of the main body. The agitation ring is magnetically attracted to, or repelled by, the magnet assembly so that a movement of the magnet assembly causes a corresponding movement of the agitation ring in order to circulate water retained within the water retention structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • PET BED COOLING SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20090084320
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a pet bed configured to transfer heat from a pet to a support structure. The pet bed may include at least one pad defining an internal chamber, and a batting secured within the at least one pad. The batting allows water within the internal chamber to easily flow therethrough so that heat is transferred away from the pet through convection and conduction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2008
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • DEICING SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20090080873
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a deicing system configured to prevent ice from forming in a water containment vessel. The system includes a heating element configured to heat the water within the containment vessel, a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The first temperature sensor is electrically connected to the heating element through an electrical path and may be configured to monitor water temperature. The second temperature sensor is electrically connected to the heating element through the electrical path and may be configured to monitor heating element temperature. At least one of the temperature sensors may include a reset button.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2008
    Publication date: March 26, 2009
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Water agitation system for water retention structure
    Patent number: 7434538
    Abstract: A water agitation system for use with a water retention structure, such as a bird bath or livestock water trough, includes a motor operatively connected to a drive shaft, and a blade assembly extending outwardly from the drive shaft. The motor is operable to rotate the blade assembly in order to impart motion to water retained within the water retention structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2008
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusch, Donald B. Owen, Joe Blahnik
  • CORDSET ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20080227321
    Abstract: An extension cordset assembly includes a receptacle and a sealing gasket. The receptacle includes a receptacle main body, a receptacle connecting interface and first and second spade mating holes extending into the receptacle main body from the receptacle connecting interface. The receptacle is configured to mate with a plug having a standard spade configuration. The sealing gasket is positioned on the receptacle connecting interface and includes first and second spade openings aligned with the first and second spade mating holes, respectively. The sealing gasket is configured to provide a water-resistant seal between the receptacle and the plug.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2008
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Heating system and method
    Patent number: 7423243
    Abstract: A fluid heating system includes a fluid receptacle having a fluid reservoir, and a heating control system configured to heat fluid retained within the fluid reservoir. The heating control system includes a processing unit, at least one fluid temperature sensor positioned on or within the fluid receptacle, a heating element configured to heat fluid within the fluid reservoir, and a power switch disposed within an electrical path between the heating element and the processing unit. The processing unit is configured to selectively activate and deactivate the heating element through the power switch based on the fluid temperature detected by the fluid temperature sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2008
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • HEATING SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080173245
    Abstract: A fluid heating system includes a fluid receptacle having a fluid reservoir, and a heating control system configured to heat fluid retained within the fluid reservoir. The heating control system includes a processing unit, at least one fluid temperature sensor positioned on or within the fluid receptacle, a heating element configured to heat fluid within the fluid reservoir, and a power switch disposed within an electrical path between the heating element and the processing unit. The processing unit is configured to selectively activate and deactivate the heating element through the power switch based on the fluid temperature detected by the fluid temperature sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2008
    Publication date: July 24, 2008
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley
  • Tandem harness for tub-like containers
    Patent number: 7387200
    Abstract: A harness for holding two tub-like containers together is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Assignee: Oregon Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Zakary James Borg
  • Multiple container carrier
    Patent number: 7377382
    Abstract: An integral carrier for carrying multiple containers by their necks is disclosed that has a plurality of annular neck-engaging structures and a pair of centrally located opposing finger loops that promote a balanced distribution of weight for ease in carrying and handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2008
    Assignee: Oregon Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Zakary James Borg, William Buel
  • Swivel assembly
    Patent number: 7377712
    Abstract: A swivel assembly for connecting a load such as a television receiver to a support includes a swivel stem having a cylindrical head, a reduced diameter cylindrical middle body, and a mounting base. The stem is supported by a retainer assembly including thrust washers engaging the top and the bottom of head. An adjustment is provided for maintaining the thrust washers securely engaged with the head of the stem.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2008
    Assignee: Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Julian E. Johnson
  • LIQUID AERATION SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20080110836
    Abstract: A system for aerating liquid within a liquid retention structure including a liquid delivery tube in fluid communication with a gas exchange chamber and a pump. The gas exchange chamber includes an air inlet and a gas outlet. The pump is configured to pump liquid within the liquid retention structure through the liquid delivery tube and into the gas exchange chamber so that harmful gases contained within the liquid escape from the liquid and exit through the gas outlet. Fresh air enters into the gas exchange chamber through the air inlet and is absorbed into the liquid within the gas exchange chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2008
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Applicant: ALLIED PRECISION INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Reusche, Philip Chumbley, Michael Ressl, James McHugh
  • Liquid aeration system and method
    Patent number: 7331569
    Abstract: A system for aerating liquid within a liquid retention structure including a liquid delivery tube in fluid communication with a gas exchange chamber and a pump. The gas exchange chamber includes an air inlet and a gas outlet. The pump is configured to pump liquid within the liquid retention structure through the liquid delivery tube and into the gas exchange chamber so that harmful gases contained within the liquid escape from the liquid and exit through the gas outlet. Fresh air enters into the gas exchange chamber through the air inlet and is absorbed into the liquid within the gas exchange chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2008
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley, Michael G. Ressl, James McHugh
  • Cordset assembly
    Patent number: D604245
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Assignee: Allied Precision Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Reusche, Philip E. Chumbley