Patents by Inventor Cleon C. Merrill

Cleon C. Merrill 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: 6321485
    Abstract: A fluid exchange system includes at least one container. A feed tube connected to a fluid source is positioned to dispense fluid into the container. A drain tube is connected to the container and is adapted to remove fluid from the container. The container is removable for cleaning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2001
    Inventors: Arden L. Borgen, Cleon C. Merrill, Damon E. Rockwell
  • Patent number: 6247266
    Abstract: A fluid exchange system includes at least one container. A feed tube connected to a fluid source is positioned to dispense fluid into the container. A drain tube is connected to the container and is adapted to remove fluid from the container. The container is removable for cleaning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2001
    Inventors: Arden L. Borgen, Cleon C. Merrill, Damon E. Rockwell
  • Patent number: 4064895
    Abstract: A non-siphoning float controlled valve assembly for supplying water from a source to a livestock watering tank comprises a one-piece cast aluminum hollow housing open at the bottom and having an integrally formed upwardly projecting hollow neck near one end. Means are provided for detachably connecting the housing to the side of the watering tank. The neck serves as a water-fill passage and the main portion of the housing defines a float chamber. The upper end of the neck is adapted for connection to a water supply hose or pipe, and a water-fill inlet opening having a valve seat therearound is provided in a constricted portion of the neck. A pair of anti-siphon holes extend through the neck wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1976
    Date of Patent: December 27, 1977
    Assignee: Arrow-Acme Corporation
    Inventors: Arden L. Borgen, Cleon C. Merrill