Patents by Inventor David R. Tebeau

David R. Tebeau 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: 6553842
    Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method of pressure testing an installed pipe by inserting a fitting into the internal threads found in saddle tee fittings. The internal threads of the fitting used by the cutting mechanism may allow a common apparatus to be used across different manufacturer's fittings without modification. Further, the device has a certain length of thread engagement to allow for proper engagement while maintaining the load carrying capacity required to properly perform the pressure test.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Inventor: David R. Tebeau