Patents by Inventor Douglas Paul Allard

Douglas Paul Allard 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: 7040838
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system having a filter body dimension to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support. One or more adjustable high fluid flow bypasses prevent the system from backing up and flooding surrounding areas during periods of high fluid flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2006
    Assignee: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas Paul Allard, Andrew Charles Wilson
  • Patent number: 6986621
    Abstract: A trench drain filtration system having a filter body dimensioned to fit within a trench drain forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the trench drain. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the trench drain and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6976808
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within an drain inlet forming a trough obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2005
    Assignee: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6875350
    Abstract: A chitosan enhanced dewatering bag reduces the amount of silt, sedimentation and suspended solids from incoming water. The dewatering bag includes a first permeable membrane having a first open end or opening, and one or more applications of chitosan located within the bag. A second permeable member may be attached to the first permeable membrane so that it defines at least a portion of the outer surface of the dewatering bag. A baffle wall may also be located inside the dewatering bag to reduce the access of silt and sediment to this second permeable membrane. Fluid entering the first opening can readily flow through the dewatering bag, while unwanted dirt and other solids are impeded from such flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2005
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6872029
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support. One or more adjustable high fluid flow bypasses prevent the system from backing up and flooding surrounding areas during periods of high fluid flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2005
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas Paul Allard, Andrew Charles Wilson
  • Patent number: 6733209
    Abstract: A chitosan enhanced erosion control device is described. A walled elongated core member is disclosed having a first open end, a second end, an interior space and one or more openings in the wall communicating the interior space with the exterior of the core member. An outer filter member surrounds the core member. One or both the first and second ends of the core member can be open. One or both of the open ends can comprise couplers or connectors for connecting one core member to one or two complimentary core members. The core member may comprise a flexible plastic pipe, such as high-density polyethylene pipe having a plurality of perforations. Chitosan may be added to one or more device elements to assist in removing unwanted silt and contamination from passing fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2004
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6641335
    Abstract: An erosion control device is described. A walled elongated core member is disclosed having a first open end, a second end, an interior space and one or more openings in the wall communicating the interior space with the exterior of the core member. An outer filter member surrounds the core member. One or both the first and second ends of the core member can be open. One or both of the open ends can comprise couplers or connectors for connecting one core member to one or two complimentary core members. The core member may comprise a flexible plastic pipe, such as high-density polyethylene pipe having a plurality of perforations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2003
    Assignee: Kristar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Publication number: 20030141233
    Abstract: A chitosan enhanced coupling capable of assisting in the removal of silt, sedimentation and suspended solids from incoming water is disclosed. The inventive coupling generally comprises a first end defining an opening therethrough, a second end defining an opening therethrough, a midsection located between said first end and said second end, an auxiliary opening having a removable sealed lid and located along said midsection, and one or more applications of chitosan located within said midsection. A fabric sock containing one or more bars of chitosan gel is anchored to the removable lid for maximized exposure to incoming fluid. The midsection of the coupling has a diameter that is about twice the diameter of either the first or second ends, such that passing fluid slows as it passes through the midsection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2002
    Publication date: July 31, 2003
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Publication number: 20030136719
    Abstract: A chitosan enhanced dewatering bag capable of removing increased amounts of silt, sedimentation and suspended solids from incoming water is disclosed. A first permeable membrane having a first opening comprising an inlet spout, an interior space and a plurality of fine openings communicating the interior space with the exterior of said permeable membrane defines the dewatering bag. A fabric sock containing one or more bars of chitosan gel is connected to an inner surface of said bag or inlet spout for maximized exposure to incoming fluid. A second permeable membrane is connected to said first permeable membrane and defines at least a portion of said bag. This second permeable membrane also has a plurality of fine openings communicating at least a portion of the interior space with the exterior of the second permeable membrane. A baffle wall located inside said bag and extending from one side of said bag to an opposing side separates the interior space into a first interior space and a second interior space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2002
    Publication date: July 24, 2003
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6551023
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system, comprising a filter body, dimensioned to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain the filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6527477
    Abstract: An erosion control device is described. A walled elongated core member is disclosed having a first open end, a second end, an interior space and one or more openings in the wall communicating the interior space with the exterior of the core member. An outer filter member surrounds the core member. One or both the first and second ends of the core member can be open. One or both of the open ends can comprise couplers or connectors for connecting one core member to one or two complimentary core members. The core member may comprise a flexible plastic pipe, such as high-density polyethylene pipe having a plurality of perforations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2003
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Publication number: 20020164209
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support. One or more adjustable high fluid flow bypasses prevent the system from backing up and flooding surrounding areas during periods of high fluid flow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2001
    Publication date: November 7, 2002
    Inventors: Douglas Paul Allard, Andrew Charles Wilson
  • Publication number: 20020159838
    Abstract: A trench drain filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within a trench drain forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the trench drain. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the trench drain and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2002
    Publication date: October 31, 2002
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Publication number: 20020155237
    Abstract: A chitosan enhanced erosion control device is described. A walled elongated core member is disclosed having a first open end, a second end, an interior space and one or more openings in the wall communicating the interior space with the exterior of the core member. An outer filter member surrounds the core member. One or both the first and second ends of the core member can be open. One or both of the open ends can comprise couplers or connectors for connecting one core member to one or two complimentary core members. The core member may comprise a flexible plastic pipe, such as high-density polyethylene pipe having a plurality of perforations. Chitosan may be added to one or more device elements to assist in removing unwanted silt and contamination from passing fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2002
    Publication date: October 24, 2002
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Publication number: 20020048490
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support. One or more adjustable high fluid flow bypasses prevent the system from backing up and flooding surrounding areas during periods of high fluid flow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2001
    Publication date: April 25, 2002
    Inventors: Douglas Paul Allard, Andrew Charles Wilson
  • Publication number: 20020021939
    Abstract: A catch basin filtration system is disclosed. A filter body is dimensioned to fit within a drain inlet forming a trough or reservoir obstructing at least a portion of the inlet. The filter body is supported by a filter body support dimensioned to cooperatively engage with the interior walls of the inlet and with the filter body to substantially maintain said filter body in a pre-selected shape and position within the inlet. One or more connectors removably connect the filter body to the filter body support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2001
    Publication date: February 21, 2002
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard
  • Patent number: 6241882
    Abstract: A sump and filter device for use in drain inlets is disclosed. The device comprises a platform having one or more openings for receiving fluid flow. The platform is positioned and supported above the drain exits situated in the lower portion of the drain inlet. The platform is dimensioned for cooperative engagement with the interior perimeter or wall of the particular inlet involved. To inhibit fluid from entering the area of the inlet below the platform, a gasket or bladder may be positioned around the outer perimeter of the platform. An upwardly oriented fluid-receiving member having an upper end and a lower end and an opening therethrough is engaged with at least one of the openings of the platform. The opening in the fluid-receiving member is in fluid communication via its lower end with at least one of the openings in the platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Assignee: KriStar Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Douglas Paul Allard