Patents by Inventor Brian S. Vandrak

Brian S. Vandrak has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11549605
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S Vandrak, Zheng-hui Mai, Guo-quan Chen, You-zhi Gu, Jin-tang You
  • Publication number: 20220146008
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2022
    Publication date: May 12, 2022
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S Vandrak, Zheng-hui MAI, Guo-quan CHEN, You-zhi GU, Jin-tang YOU
  • Patent number: 11261981
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2022
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S Vandrak, Zheng-hui Mai, Guo-quan Chen, You-zhi Gu, Jin-tang You
  • Publication number: 20220026004
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed provide for a user device merely fluidly coupling with an appropriately matched, target fuel source. The user device can use complementary-keyed connectors to provide for desired user devices coupling merely with desired, target fuel sources. To accomplish this, a male connector may be configured with a keyed feature, and a female connector may be configured with a keyed location complementary to the keyed feature of the male connector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2020
    Publication date: January 27, 2022
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Brian S. Vandrak
  • Publication number: 20200149645
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2019
    Publication date: May 14, 2020
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S Vandrak, Zheng-hui MAI, Guo-quan CHEN, You-zhi GU, Jin-tang YOU
  • Publication number: 20200072500
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2019
    Publication date: March 5, 2020
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Patent number: 10544871
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Zheng-hui Mai, Guo-quan Chen, You-zhi Gu, Jin-tang You
  • Patent number: 10495344
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Publication number: 20190041093
    Abstract: A heater includes a housing extending longitudinally between a rear intake end and a front discharge end, a support attached to a lower portion of the housing, and a cylindrical combustion chamber secured within the housing. A control unit is disposed within the support adjacent to the combustion chamber. A heater control panel is disposed on the support and electrically connected to the control unit, the heater control panel including an ignition switch for selective operation of the control unit to power an igniter. An electrical conductor is electrically connected to the control unit, wherein the support is configured to retain a battery for connection with the electrical conductor, to power the control unit. A plug is connected to the support and electrically connected to the control unit by a rectifier to convert AC power from an external power source to DC power to supply to the control unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2018
    Publication date: February 7, 2019
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Publication number: 20180195761
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Publication date: July 12, 2018
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Publication number: 20180106389
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for interrupting fluid flow when experiencing fuel leaking conditions, such as an out of specification connection between the fuel source and a device utilizing the fluid. A distal end of a valve body has interfaces with at least a portion of a connection to a fluid supply; and a proximal end interfaces with at least a portion of a fuel intake. An internal passage runs between the proximal end and distal ends of. A displacement member in the internal passage comprises a distal portion that extends out of the valve to engage a valve to the fuel supply. A retention cap selectably engaged with the valve body can comprise a material that deforms under force at a predetermined temperature, resulting in a release of the displacement member under a biasing force form a biasing component between the cap and displacement member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2017
    Publication date: April 19, 2018
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Zheng-hui MAI, Guo-quan CHEN, You-zhi GU, Jin-tang YOU
  • Patent number: 9927144
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Assignee: ENERCO GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Patent number: 9222682
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a portable heating device comprising a combustion-powered heater, a regulator, and an air quality detector, such as an oxygen depletion sensor. The combustion-powered heater may be supplied by an associated fuel source and may comprise a combustion region comprising a catalytic surface. The regulator may be adapted for fluid communication with the associated fuel source. The air quality detector may comprise a burner and a temperature detector. The burner may be in fluid communication with the regulator and may be adapted to combust fuel form the regulator with air to produce a flame. The temperature detector may be adapted to detect the temperature of the flame and may be adapted to selectively render the combustion-powered heater non-functional.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2015
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Brian S. Vandrak
  • Publication number: 20150107573
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: ENERCO GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Patent number: 8893706
    Abstract: A heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Dennis O'Toole
  • Patent number: 8863736
    Abstract: Provided is a portable heater supplied by an associated fuel source, comprising a housing, a fuel connection fitting, an orifice, a burner assembly, a regulator, a controller for selectively switching among operation states including at least a 4000 BTUs and a 9000 BTUs per hour state, a power source adapted to generate electrical power from heat, and a detector system adapted to use the electrical power generated by the power source, detect the level of a particular gas in the atmosphere, and interrupt combustion of the air-fuel mixture. A housing may comprise an air inlet and may define an interior region. A burner assembly may comprise a fuel valve adapted to control communication between the burner assembly and the associated fuel source, a venturi for mixing air and fuel into a fuel-air mixture, a combustion region adapted for the combustion of the air-fuel mixture to produce combustion products and heat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Brian S. Vandrak
  • Publication number: 20140230809
    Abstract: Provided is a portable heater supplied by an associated fuel source, comprising a housing, a fuel connection fitting, an orifice, a burner assembly, a regulator, a controller for selectively switching among operation states including at least a 4000 BTUs and a 9000 BTUs per hour state, a power source adapted to generate electrical power from heat, and a detector system adapted to use the electrical power generated by the power source, detect the level of a particular gas in the atmosphere, and interrupt combustion of the air-fuel mixture. A housing may comprise an air inlet and may define an interior region. A burner assembly may comprise a fuel valve adapted to control communication between the burner assembly and the associated fuel source, a venturi for mixing air and fuel into a fuel-air mixture, a combustion region adapted for the combustion of the air-fuel mixture to produce combustion products and heat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2009
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Brian S. Vandrak
  • Patent number: D964091
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, John Talbot, Patrick Brown, Peter N. Whitworth
  • Patent number: D969286
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: ENERGO GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Jeff Kerner, John Talbot
  • Patent number: D982732
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian S. Vandrak, Jeff Kerner, John Talbot, John McKenzie