Patents by Inventor Gary Gillingham

Gary Gillingham 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: 10967320
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2021
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Publication number: 20200230538
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2019
    Publication date: July 23, 2020
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Patent number: 10512870
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Publication number: 20170368489
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2017
    Publication date: December 28, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Patent number: 9757673
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Publication number: 20150343362
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems, components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a possible pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; possible evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2015
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Inventors: GARY GILLINGHAM, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Patent number: 9108135
    Abstract: Pulse jet air cleaner systems components and methods are described. The features relate to air cleaner housings that include a cartridge receiving section. Features described relate to a possible two-stage construction, a pulse jet accumulator section, pulse jet equipment for cleaning a filter cartridge positioned within the air cleaner; evacuation valve arrangements for projection of dust from the air cleaners; and other example features. Methods of assembly and use are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2015
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist, Thomas Olson, Charles Jensen, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson, Robert Widerski
  • Patent number: 8382876
    Abstract: Principles, techniques and configurations applicable in air cleaner arrangements and filter cartridges therefore, are described. In general the filter cartridge includes an axial pivot arrangement, for pivoting the filter cartridge in place, when mounted in an air cleaner for use. The air cleaner may include a base pivot, for engagement with the pivot projection on the filter cartridge. Methods of assembly, installation and use are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Widerski, Randall Engelland, Thomas Olson, Gary Gillingham, Richard Suydam
  • Patent number: 8262762
    Abstract: Methods, techniques, and constructions are provided for use to apply an evacuation valve arrangement on an air cleaner assembly that is configured for pulse jet operation. An example evacuation valve arrangement is provided which comprises a valve member in the form of a sleeve that extends completely around a sidewall portion of an air cleaner housing of a pulse jet air cleaner. Examples are depicted in which the sidewall portion can comprise: a portion of a housing sidewall section that surrounds an installed filter cartridge, in use; a portion of an access cover; or, a drop tube secured to a portion of the housing, for example either on an access cover or on another portion of a housing. Specific features and alternatives are described. Also, methods of assembly and operation are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Olson, Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist
  • Publication number: 20110185893
    Abstract: Methods, techniques, and constructions are provided for use to apply an evacuation valve arrangement on an air cleaner assembly that is configured for pulse jet operation. An example evacuation valve arrangement is provided which comprises a valve member in the form of a sleeve that extends completely around a sidewall portion of an air cleaner housing of a pulse jet air cleaner. Examples are depicted in which the sidewall portion can comprise: a portion of a housing sidewall section that surrounds an installed filter cartridge, in use; a portion of an access cover; or, a drop tube secured to a portion of the housing, for example either on an access cover or on another portion of a housing. Specific features and alternatives are described. Also, methods of assembly and operation are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2011
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas R. Olson, Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist
  • Patent number: 7927396
    Abstract: Methods, techniques, and constructions are provided for use to apply an evacuation valve arrangement on an air cleaner assembly that is configured for pulse jet operation. An example evacuation valve arrangement is provided which comprises a valve member in the form of a sleeve that extends completely around a sidewall portion of an air cleaner housing of a pulse jet air cleaner. Examples are depicted in which the sidewall portion can comprise: a portion of a housing sidewall section that surrounds an installed filter cartridge, in use; a portion of an access cover; or, a drop tube secured to a portion of the housing, for example either on an access cover or on another portion of a housing. Specific features and alternatives are described. Also, methods of assembly and operation are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas R. Olson, Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist
  • Publication number: 20090308034
    Abstract: Methods, techniques, and constructions are provided for use to apply an evacuation valve arrangement on an air cleaner assembly that is configured for pulse jet operation. An example evacuation valve arrangement is provided which comprises a valve member in the form of a sleeve that extends completely around a sidewall portion of an air cleaner housing of a pulse jet air cleaner. Examples are depicted in which the sidewall portion can comprise: a portion of a housing sidewall section that surrounds an installed filter cartridge, in use; a portion of an access cover; or, a drop tube secured to a portion of the housing, for example either on an access cover or on another portion of a housing. Specific features and alternatives are described. Also, methods of assembly and operation are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Inventors: Thomas R. Olson, Gary Gillingham, Fred Wahlquist
  • Publication number: 20080115758
    Abstract: An air cleaner arrangement or assembly is provided. The air cleaner arrangement includes a serviceable filter cartridge. The air cleaner assembly also includes an arrangement for positioning the filter cartridge into a preferred, sealing, orientation and for securing the filter cartridge in that location. Preferred serviceable filter cartridges are provided, as well as methods of assembly and use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2008
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Engelland, Thomas Olson, Gary Gillingham, Jim Rothman, Richard Suydam
  • Publication number: 20080010959
    Abstract: Filter arrangements include a barrier media in the form of fluted media treated with a deposit of fine fibers. The media is particularly advantageous in high temperature (greater than 140 to 240° F.) systems. Such systems may include engine systems, gas turbine systems, and fuel cell systems. Filter arrangements may take the form of media packs having a circular cross-section or a racetrack shaped cross-section, or media packs formed in a panel configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2007
    Publication date: January 17, 2008
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Mark Gogins, Thomas Weik
  • Publication number: 20070186774
    Abstract: A V-pack filter includes a frame construction having a first frame structure and a second frame structure. The V-pack filter also includes first and second panel sections mounted in extension between the first and second frame structures. The first panel section has first and second ends. The second panel section has third and fourth ends. The first and third ends have a first distance therebetween while the second and fourth ends have a second distance therebetween. The second distance is generally greater than the first distance. The first and second panel sections and the second frame structure define an air flow aperture. A seal arrangement circumscribes the air flow aperture and projects outwardly from the second frame structure. The first frame structure defines a first receiver indent. Assemblies and methods are also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2007
    Publication date: August 16, 2007
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Stan Koehler, William Krisko, Thomas Miller, Winston Olson, Fred Wahlquist, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson
  • Publication number: 20060277871
    Abstract: A V-pack filter includes a frame construction having a first frame structure and a second frame structure. The V-pack filter also includes first and second panel sections mounted in extension between the first and second frame structures. The first panel section has first and second ends. The second panel section has third and fourth ends. The first and third ends have a first distance therebetween while the second and fourth ends have a second distance therebetween. The second distance is generally greater than the first distance. The first and second panel sections and the second frame structure define an air flow aperture. A seal arrangement circumscribes the air flow aperture and projects outwardly from the second frame structure. The first frame structure defines a first receiver indent. Assemblies and methods are also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2006
    Publication date: December 14, 2006
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Stan Koehler, William Krisko, Thomas Miller, Winsten Olson, Fred Wahlquist, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson
  • Publication number: 20060196359
    Abstract: Filter arrangements include a barrier media in the form of fluted media treated with a deposit of fine fibers. The media is particularly advantageous in high temperature (greater than 140 to 240° F.) systems. Such systems may include engine systems, gas turbine systems, and fuel cell systems. Filter arrangements may take the form of media packs having a circular cross-section or a racetrack shaped cross-section, or media packs formed in a panel configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2006
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Mark Gogins, Thomas Weik
  • Publication number: 20050183405
    Abstract: Filter arrangements include a barrier media in the form of fluted media treated with a deposit of fine fibers. The media is particularly advantageous in high temperature (greater than 140 to 240° F.) systems. Such systems may include engine systems, gas turbine systems, and fuel cell systems. Filter arrangements may take the form of media packs having a circular cross-section or a racetrack shaped cross-section, or media packs formed in a panel configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2005
    Publication date: August 25, 2005
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Mark Gogins, Thomas Weik
  • Publication number: 20050166559
    Abstract: A V-pack filter includes a frame construction having a first frame structure and a second frame structure. The V-pack filter also includes first and second panel sections mounted in extension between the first and second frame structures. The first panel section has first and second ends. The second panel section has third and fourth ends. The first and third ends have a first distance therebetween while the second and fourth ends have a second distance therebetween. The second distance is generally greater than the first distance. The first and second panel sections and the second frame structure define an air flow aperture. A seal arrangement circumscribes the air flow aperture and projects outwardly from the second frame structure. The first frame structure defines a first receiver indent. Assemblies and methods are also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2005
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Applicant: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Stan Koehler, William Krisko, Thomas Miller, Winston Olson, Fred Wahlquist, Ervin Fuchs, Eugene Wilson
  • Patent number: D455826
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2002
    Assignee: Donaldson Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Gillingham, Randy Engelland