Patents by Inventor Erik Van Bork

Erik Van Bork 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).

  • Apparatus for controlling diaphragm extension in a diaphragm metering pump
    Patent number: 5249932
    Abstract: A diaphragm metering pump having control over diaphragm extension is described. A position sensor is incorporated in a diaphragm metering pump to indicate the relative position of the diaphragm during flexure. When excessive extension of the diaphragm is sensed by the position sensor, a control valve will provide hydraulic fluid from a reservoir for inhibiting further deflection of the diaphragm in the direction in which it was moving. Diaphragm life is extended as well as the accuracy of metering provided by the pump maintained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 5, 1993
    Inventor: Erik Van Bork